Head of Global FP&A for Risk & Broking

WTW; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Global FP&A for Risk & Broking to join its dynamic finance team. This pivotal role involves providing comprehensive financial, operational, and analytical support to leadership teams, ensuring effective financial performance management, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in FP&A or Corporate Finance, with a strong understanding of the financial services sector. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to inclusion and diversity, where your contributions will shape the future of finance and business operations.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in FP&A or Corporate Finance, preferably at a leadership level.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and analytically in financial contexts.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial, operational, and analytical support to leadership teams.
• Drive financial performance management processes and produce financial models.

Skills

FP&A

Corporate Finance

Financial Analysis

Business Acumen

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field

Master's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

BI Tools

Financial Modeling Software

Job description

The Finance function at WTW serves both internal and external customers: colleagues within our company, client organizations, shareholders, financial institutions, vendors, and regulatory agencies around the world. The Head of Global FP&A for Risk & Broking will report to the Head of Finance for Risk & Broking and be a member of the Global R&B Finance leadership team.

The individual who fills this role will be responsible for providing holistic financial, operational, and analytical support to the R&B Finance and Business leadership teams along with strong coordination across R&B Finance colleagues. The role will own financial performance management processing (month end / quarterly close, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, etc.), ad hoc reporting and analysis, controls compliance, policy implementation and interpretation as well as support Finance Business Partners and the Head of R&B Finance on growth and operational improvement programs.

The Role
•Act as a valued partner to the R&B Business Finance leadership team through strong business understanding, team collaboration, and thoughtful analysis of financial and operational information and trends
•Work with the Business and respective Finance Business Partners on long-term planning and tracking of execution success on a regular basis. Closely collaborate with global R&B and PMO leadership
•Drive strong coordination with Finance Business Partners, Controllership, and other functions in the execution of financial performance management processes (month end / quarterly close, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, etc.) to meet all key internal stakeholder objectives and deadlines
•Analyse monthly and quarterly results; conduct detailed review of monthly P&Ls and share executive summary and detailed analysis with the appropriate Finance and Business leadership
•Prepare (financial) materials for Board of Directors and other relevant leadership meetings on a timely basis with pertinent commentary and detailed analysis on key issues and trends
•Produce financial models to project target achievement (in-quarter, in-year), long term growth, evaluate and quantify impact of internal and external factors, manage Risks and Opportunities tracker globally
•Oversee annual budgeting and target setting for Risk & Broking globally
•Command strong understanding of ASC 606/Deferral Accounting, drive financial interpretation to support leadership in the understanding of financial results
•Work seamlessly with Enterprise and Segment FP&A team in serving financial reporting and analytic needs in the most efficient and effective way for the company. Utilize BI tools to deliver meaningful and forward-looking insights into business performance, forecasts, profitability and working capital
•Collaborate on ongoing management and execution of FP&A processes and act as a key contributor to identify continuous improvement opportunities for Business Finance
•Strong understanding of SOX and internal controls and how they relate to the WTW financial processes. Accountable for ensuring all controls are being properly followed and identifying areas where controls may not be effective. Work with auditors during SOX and other audits and develop remediation plans, which may be presented to the Audit Committee

Qualifications

The Requirements
•Solid extensive experience in FP&A or Corporate Finance. Plus Director or equivalent leadership positions
•Financial and Business acumen as evidenced by having roles with progressively broader financial responsibilities
•Exposure and/or ability to understand different commercial models as well as deep understanding of the financial services or risk & broking industry to drive sound financial support, reporting and analysis
•Demonstrated ability to think critically and analytically
•Significant analytical skillset, including the utilization of BI and reporting tools
•Systems / data knowledge to be able to direct colleagues in the accumulation and synthesis of data into operational recommendations
•Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to convey financial messages to senior leadership in a succinct and credible manner
•Must be a hands-on, self-starter with the ability to handle shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
•Must be able to work within a matrix organization to collaborate with others across segments and geographies
•Attention to accuracy and detail with the ability to understand materiality
•Ability to interpret and analyse financial data
•Ability to resolve exceptions and disputes as well as manage (internal) client expectations
•Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
•WTW Values & Behaviours will underpin all roles and will guide performance criteria. This includes a commitment to inclusion and diversity

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity.

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email [e-mail]