Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

BotGuard; London; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Cybersecurity domain is seeking a strategic Head of FP&A to drive financial analysis and insights critical for supporting its rapid growth. You will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategies, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and operational efficiency while collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis in high-growth SaaS.
• Advanced financial modelling and data analysis skills.
• Excellent communication skills for non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budget development and quarterly forecasts.
• Conduct detailed financial analyses to identify trends and opportunities.
• Communicate financial performance to senior management.

Skills

Financial analysis

Strategic thinking

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

MBA or financial certification (CFA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial planning tools

ERP systems

Job description

Blackwall is a European company established in 2019 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia. We operate globally, with clients and partners in more than 30 countries worldwide. We develop easy-to-implement, state-of-the-art online tools to protect companies from modern-day web threats. As a dynamic and fast-growing start-up, we are dedicated to revolutionising Cyber security with a laser focus on bot mitigation. Our innovative approach and cutting-edge technologies have positioned us as a future leader in the market.

We seek a strategic and analytical Head of FP&A to join our finance team, driving data-driven decision-making and supporting our rapid growth journey. As the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, you will be critical in shaping our financial strategy and supporting executive decision-making through in-depth financial analysis and insights. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis, ensuring financial alignment with the company’s strategic goals. Collaborating closely with senior leadership, you will drive financial visibility and operational efficiency across our organisation.

Tasks

• Lead the annual budget development, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Provide strategic financial insights to support decision-making and drive growth initiatives.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis, including revenue, expenses, and profitability, to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain financial dashboards, KPIs, and management reports for executive leadership and the board.
• Support month-end processes with customer-level review of revenue to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Engineering, Marketing, Sales) to align financial plans with business objectives.
• Communicate financial performance, insights, and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Enhance FP&A processes, systems, and tools for better financial visibility, efficiency, and scalability.
• Implement financial modelling best practices and scenario analysis to support strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, with a strong track record in a high-growth SaaS or technology company.
• Experience in a Series B or later-stage startup environment, with a deep understanding of scaling financial operations.
• Advanced financial modelling, data analysis, and reporting skills, with proficiency in financial planning tools and ERP systems.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven and detail-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a remote working environment with effective time management and self-motivation.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. An MBA or relevant financial certification (e.g., CFA, CIMA) is desirable.

We are striving to create a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage all applicants to apply for our roles. We value and actively seek diverse talent!