Remote Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 180.000 - 240.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Fully remote

Professional development

Home office stipend

Annual reviews

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Head of FP&A for a fintech client. This remote-first leadership role focuses on shaping financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning while driving performance improvements across the organization.

The ideal candidate will bring 7–10 years of FP&A leadership, strong financial modeling skills, and experience in a fast-paced tech environment. MBA/CPA/CFA are highly valued. Remote work with strategic ties to Queenstown.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• MBA or CPA/CFA certification is highly preferred.
• 7–10 years of progressive FP&A experience with leadership.

Aufgaben

• Lead FP&A: budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models for decision-making.
• Analyze performance against budget and forecast; identify variances and trends.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and board.
• Partner with business leaders to understand financial needs and provide strategic support.
• Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes and tools.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and capital allocation.
• Develop and track KPIs to measure performance.
• Manage and mentor FP&A team; ensure data accuracy.

Kenntnisse

Strategic leadership

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Stakeholder comms

Remote leadership

Financial analysis

Ausbildung

MBA or CPA/CFA preferred

Bachelor in Finance/Economics

Tools

Anaplan

Hyperion

Adaptive Insights

ERP systems

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and growing fintech company, is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead their financial strategy and operations. This position is entirely remote, allowing talented professionals to contribute from any location while being conceptually tied to Queenstown, Eastern Cape . You will be responsible for overseeing the budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and performance analysis functions, providing critical insights to drive business growth and profitability. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership capabilities, advanced analytical skills, and a deep understanding of financial modeling and business strategy. This is a key leadership role offering the chance to significantly impact the company's financial direction in a flexible, remote-first setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the FP&A function, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support strategic decision-making and scenario analysis.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key drivers, variances, and trends.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for senior management, the board, and other stakeholders.
• Partner with business leaders across departments to understand their financial needs and provide strategic support.
• Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and provide financial analysis to support capital allocation decisions.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure business performance.
• Manage and mentor a team of FP&A professionals.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• An MBA or relevant professional certification (CPA, CFA) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, with a proven track record in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a team in a remote work environment.
• Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Anaplan, Hyperion, Adaptive Insights) and ERP systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, remote setting.
• Experience within the Fintech or Technology sector is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Flexible working hours and a fully remote work setup.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Company-provided home office equipment and stipends.
• Annual performance reviews and salary adjustments.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture.