Head of FP&A
Head of FP&A
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Job Description
Wood Mackenzie is the global data and analytics business for the renewables energy and natural resources industries. Enhanced by technology. Enriched by human intelligence. In an everchanging world companies and governments need reliable and actionable insight to lead the transition to a sustainable future. Thats why we cover the entire supply chain with unparalleled breadth and depth backed by over 50 years experience. Our team of over 2400 experts operating across 30 global locations are enabling customers decisions through realtime analytics consultancy events and thought leadership. Together we deliver the insight they need to separate risk from opportunity and make confident decisions when it matters most.
Wood Mackenzie Values
- Inclusive we succeed together
- Trusting we choose to trust each other
- Customer committed we put customers at the heart of our decisions
- Future Focused we accelerate change
- Curious we turn knowledge into action
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and grow the FP&A function developing processes systems and reporting structures that leverage technology to reflect industry leading practices and align with private equity expectations.
- Conduct a thorough review of financial performance to understand drivers enhance visibility and influence informed decisionmaking across all four reporting segments.
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to support the companys ambitious product and market growth strategy.
- Drive budgeting forecasting and financial modelling ensuring robust financial planning across the business.
- Work closely with senior leadership segment and functional leaders to provide financial insight and commercial analysis.
- Leverage data analytics to drive performance tracking profitability analysis and business case evaluations for new initiatives.
- Support M&A activity by assessing financial performance analysing synergy opportunities and integrating acquisitions.
- Leverage Artificial Intelligence to improve reporting and analysis across the business.
The Requirements
- A qualified finance professional (ACA ACCA CIMA) with demonstrable FP&A leadership experience.
- Proven track record of building or scaling an FP&A function ideally within a Private Equitybacked business.
- Strong budgeting forecasting and commercial analysis expertise with an ability to drive dataled decisionmaking.
- Experience working with large data sets and financial modelling tools exposure to data analytics platforms is advantageous.
- A leadership mentality with experience in team management or functionbuilding.
- SaaS or recurring revenue model experience is highly desirable.
- Ability to partner with key stakeholders across finance operations and senior leadership acting as a bridge between finance and commercial decisionmakers.
- Intellectual curiosity and desire to understand and explain business drivers to internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to synthesize complex issues into easily understood key drivers.
Why Join
- Opportunity to build and shape a critical function alongside executive level leaders in a highgrowth acquisitive business.
- Be a part of an industry leader working alongside talented colleagues across the world.
- Work closely with Private Equity leadership gaining exposure to strategic decisionmaking at the highest level.
- Be a key player in a highly visible role offering career progression and upside.
- A dynamic fastpaced environment where you can influence outcomes and make a tangible impact on business performance in a timely manner.
- This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to take ownership of a vital function drive meaningful change and contribute to the future success of a thriving Private Equitybacked company.
Equal Opportunities
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If you are applying for a role and have a physical or mental disability we will support you with your application or through the hiring process.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
