Head of Financial Planning Analysis & Strategy

Goodman Masson; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Central London seeks a Head of Financial Planning, Analysis & Strategy. This pivotal role involves strategic planning, decision-making, and performance measurement. The successful candidate will work closely with the CFO and executive team to drive profitability and growth, while also managing financial risks and performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in financial planning and performance measurement.
• Strong understanding of banking operations and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with executives to develop and implement bank strategy.
• Deliver timely analysis of budgets and financial trends.
• Develop performance management frameworks and KPI data.

Skills

Analytical

Problem Solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Qualified Accountant

Job description

Head of Financial Planning Analysis & Strategy

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Base pay range

Goodman Masson is searching for a Head of Financial Planning, Analysis & Strategy for an exciting SME bank experiencing sustained growth, based in Central London.

This presents an exceptional opportunity to deputise for the CFO, focusing on broader responsibilities. As a newly established role, it offers the chance to shape and evolve your contributions to the bank's strategic growth. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Head of Strategy, FP&A, and Performance Management will be integral in strategic planning, decision-making, and performance measurement, with a focus on capital and liquidity risks, business analysis, and effective project management to drive profitability and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy, Business Partnering, and Governance:

• Collaborate with the CFO, CEO, and senior executives to develop and implement the bank's strategy;
• Act as a commercial partner to the Executive team, driving profitable development while upholding the bank's values;
• Encourage innovative business models and strategies to enhance profitability;
• Set and maintain high standards for operational control, ensuring accountability, transparency, and best practices across all functions;
• Monitor the implementation of strategic business plans and stay informed on performance, market trends, and opportunities;
• Conduct quarterly competitor analysis to strategically position the bank in the market.
• Deliver timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecasts, including monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts;
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives and decision-making;
• Monitor and report on financial and operational performance, ensuring alignment with the bank's strategic goals;
• Conduct market analysis and competitive benchmarking to guide Executive Management decisions;
• Clearly and effectively communicate potential financial risks in a timely manner.

Performance Management:

• Develop and implement performance management frameworks, providing KPI data to track and improve business performance;
• Support monthly performance review sessions for Executive Management with actionable insights;
• Drive initiatives to optimise performance and achieve financial targets;
• Partner with senior stakeholders and business unit heads to measure and drive key performance metrics;
• Lead, supervise, and motivate team members to achieve their KPIs and key success factors.

Requirements:

Technical:

• Extensive experience in financial planning, strategic planning, MIS, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and performance measurement;
• Strong understanding and experience in a regulatory environment and global financial disciplines;
• International experience operating within a global regulatory framework;
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Previous experience in financial management and risk assessment.

General:

• Qualified accountant with proven experience in a similar role within banking, demonstrating a broad skill set suited to a varied position at a bank of this size;
• Capability to step up and act in the CFO's capacity when required;
• Strong understanding of banking and financial services operations, regulations, and industry practices;
• Strong leadership skills, capable of managing within a matrix organisation;
• Consultative and collaborative approach across business units;
• Strategic thinker with the ability to see the bigger picture;
• Delivery-focused with a hands-on approach;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Innovative, adaptable, and resilient to change.
  

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Banking

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