A global technology group with revenues of €1.5BN+ and operations spanning over 80 subsidiaries is seeking a strategically-minded Head of Finance to lead the transformation of its FP&A function.
Following a recent refinancing, the business is entering a period of significant professionalisation. The business is looking for a commercially sharp, internationally experienced finance leader to drive forward the FP&A agenda and spearhead change across reporting, systems, and decision support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a 40-person FP&A team within a broader 320-strong finance organisation.
- Reorganise the team structure to better align with business units and international operations.
- Improve forecast accuracy, data reliability, and overall quality of financial analysis.
- Shorten month-end close timelines and enhance reporting cadence across regions.
- Integrate the use of a new ERP, overcoming internal resistance and embedding it across processes.
- Deliver impactful dashboards and KPI frameworks that drive performance insight.
- Partner closely with the CFO on strategic planning, board reporting, and IPO readiness.
- Develop finance capabilities across multiple jurisdictions, supporting a shift in mindset toward proactive, business-led finance.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience leading FP&A and finance transformation in complex, international businesses.
- Strong background in systems, process optimisation, and data-driven decision support.
- Experience in tech, telecoms, infrastructure or similar sectors with high data complexity.
- Prior experience in pre-IPO or public company environments preferred.
- Collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence across geographies and functions.
- Willingness to travel between Europe and London.