Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis - FinTech

Our client is a leading fin tech company, looking to hire Financial Planning and Analysis Manager.

Responsibilities:

Financial Planning and Analysis:

- Develop and maintain robust financial models to facilitate strategic decision-making.

- Lead the assessment of financial performance, providing insights on key metrics and trends.

- Collaborate with various departments to align financial objectives and strategies.

Performance Reporting:

- Generate comprehensive and insightful financial reports, presenting key findings to senior management and department heads.

- Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and relevance in all financial reporting activities.

- Capture on-going risks and opportunities to our financials and provide insight on how to mitigate or maximise.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

- Manage the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

- Develop rolling forecasts to adapt to changing market conditions and business needs.

- Prepare a daily cashflow forecast on a weekly basis.

Variance Analysis:

- Conduct detailed variance analysis to understand discrepancies between actual and forecasted results.

- Provide recommendations and corrective actions to optimize financial performance.

Anaplan Utilization:

- Act as the subject matter expert on Anaplan, optimizing its capabilities for scenario planning, modelling, and reporting.

- Train and support teams in effectively using Anaplan for financial planning and analysis.

Process Improvement:

- Identify opportunities to enhance FP&A processes, implementing best practices and improving efficiency.

- Drive initiatives to automate and streamline reporting and analysis procedures.

Qualifications and Skills:

Education and Experience:

- Qualified CA; CFA, CPA, or similar qualification.

- A good understanding of the lending or financial services industry.

- 4+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis.

- Proven experience working with Anaplan.

Analytical Abilities:

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and trends effectively.

- Proficiency in using various financial analysis tools and methodologies.

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy of numbers.

Communication and Leadership:

- Great communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and geographies, while tailoring communication to target audience (i.e. non-finance).

Adaptability and Problem-Solving:

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, adapting to evolving business needs.

- Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to addressing financial challenges.