Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

Blackwall (formerly BotGuard); United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackwall, rapidly growing in the Cyber security domain, is seeking a strategic Head of FP&A to enhance its financial strategy. This executive role involves leading budget development, supporting decision-making, and collaborating with senior leadership to ensure alignment with company goals. Join a dynamic team committed to revolutionizing bot mitigation and driving growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a high-growth SaaS company.
• Advanced financial modelling skills and proficiency in financial planning tools.
• Experience in a Series B or later-stage startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budget development and quarterly forecasts.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis to identify trends and risks.
• Develop financial dashboards and KPIs for executive leadership.

Skills

Financial modelling

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Reporting skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

MBA or relevant financial certification (e.g., CFA, CIMA)

Job description

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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.

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!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Professional Services

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