Financial Analysis

Role descriptionThis position offers a high level of visibility with Senior Finance stakeholders and requires excellent and pro-active communication skills and the ability to manage a strong team of FP&A and Business Partnering professionals. Being a role which is “Manager of Managers” this requires a passionate individual who can gain a big picture view of a company's Business operations and make contributions in the areas of Financial Planning & Analysis and Finance Business Partnering. The incumbent will have to develop a strong understanding of the Revenue and Cost drivers to provide guidance to the team and meaningful support to the Finance stakeholders and Business. The GCC team will be an integral part of the Travelex FP&A fraternity which provides strategic support to the business. There will be a need to develop strong relationship with the various Business Heads to provide Finance Business Partnering to the business.Financial Planning & Analysis vertical within will be an integral part of GCC Finance and will work on a Team extension model.The job holder will lead a team of Senior Professionals and will be accountable to the onshore FP&A heads and Business Heads for exemplary service delivery and business partnering.The job holder will report into the GCC - Head of Finance and will be responsible to meet agreed service levels.Key responsibilitiesLead and mentor the FP&A team, ensuring their development and performance and ensure the team which support the following processes are providing exemplary support to onshore and business stakeholders. Expert knowledge of the following is a necessity to be successful in this role:Strategic Planning & Business Partnering: Work closely with senior management to develop and execute long-term financial plans, providing strategic financial insights and guidance.Financial Planning & Forecasting: Oversee the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.Financial Modelling and Analysis: Development of financial models, conducting in-depth financial analysis and identifying key drivers and trendsReporting & Communication: Preparation of and presentation of financial reports, including quarterly earnings, board presentations and firm forecasts / budgets.Performance Management and Improvement: Drive improvements in financial processes, systems and reporting capabilities to enhance efficiency and accuracyCollaboration and Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of financial plans with strategic objectivesVariance Analysis and Ad-hoc Analysis: Conduct variance analysis, provide financial insights, and support ad-hoc requests from managementInternal Finance Controls and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with Internal Finance Controls- and contribute to enterprise risk management.Key accountabilitiesRelationship managementDevelop sound professional working relationships with Finance teams based in other geographies.Lead, line manage and develop the team members, supporting development and training needsBe a key participant at weekly operational and monthly SLA meetingsCommunicationWrite and speak fluently on all aspects of work and communicate effectively with all levels of managementProactive and regular communications with all stakeholder groups – onshore counterparts, local support teamsActively communicate and seek feedback from colleagues and customersEnsure feedback to line manager outlining general activities of role and “how we are doing” and any risks or concernsBe supportive and encourage support for “people initiatives” e.g. Your Voice, Travelex Awards etcGeneralUndertake any necessary trainings associated with the duties of the post and participate in training and development proceduresComply with all Company Health and Safety policies and legislation in the performance of their duties and responsibilitiesMaintain confidentiality and observes data protection guidelinesManage expenses in accordance with Company Expense PolicyCarry out any other reasonable duties commensurate with their capability.Experience and personal qualitiesEssentialA qualified Chartered Accountant or MBA Finance with 15 to 20 years of Post Qualification Experience. With at least 5 years in leadership role. These criteria may be marginally relaxed in deserving casesProven ability to manage, guide & supervise a team of ~30 FTEsExcellent knowledge of current regulations including IFRS, UK GAAP.Good knowledge of core financial systems (Oracle Fusion – EPM) and general accounting proceduresA committed and valued leaderAbility to approach technical problems in a thorough and logical mannerAdvanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software (Oracle Fusion) or similar ERP.Ability to resolve issues to conclusion.DesirableExperience of handling change projectsExperience of identifying and supervising continuous improvement opportunitiesHaving hands on work experience with Oracle Fusion would be a significant advantageExperience in transitioning processes from host country