Head of Financial Planning and Analytics

As a Head of Financial Planning and Analytics, the work centres on supporting the development of process to address customer queries, complaints, and feedback in a timely and efficient manner. It would suit someone who can bring strong interpersonal skills, able to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels to the role.

Who the work supports

Education:A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and EnglishACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified. Reports to:CFOLocation:Ripe Head office, The Royals, Manchester, M22 4BJJob Purpose:The Head of Financial Planning and Analysis leads Ripe's financial planning and analysis functio.

How support shows up

Supporting the development of process to address customer queries, complaints, and feedback in a timely and efficient manner. Using information gained through business insights and analytics activity to support underwriting and product strategies in the development of products and services that genuinely. The Head of Financial Planning and Analytics is responsible for ensuring the operations they are involved in align with the FCA Consumer Duty Principles.

The approach that fits

Strong interpersonal skills, able to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Detail-oriented with a strong emphasis on accuracy and deadlines. Adaptable and able to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving business environment.

What needs to be in place

• Demonstrable experience of using knowledge and data analytics within a financial services business.
• Previous experience in sectors such as; digital/online trading/conversion, customer retentions in utilities or telecoms would be beneficial but not essential.
• A proven track record in identifying and alaysing business performance metrics.

Job details

• Prepare financial analysis, budget vs actual results, and commentary for both internal stakeholders and Board level reporting purposes.
• Work closely with the Finance Team on monthly close process and preparation of monthly reporting package.
• Wholly responsible for annual budgeting and planning, using insights from the Senior Leadership Team to effectively model and communicate data into meaningful and focused presentat.
• Build and maintain periodic and long-term forecasts, cash flow analysis, revenue / expense analytics (including modelling and KPIs), and investment case analysis for investments.

Requirements mentioned

• Excel
• CIMA/ACCA/ACA