Head of FP&A (Traveltech)

TL;DR

Head of FP&A (Finance): Leading the evolution of planning, forecasting, and performance management for a leading rail booking platform with an accent on finance transformation and AI-enabled solutions. Focus on driving operational excellence, scaling financial reporting, and partnering with Executive leadership to steer strategic decision-making.

Location: Hybrid (London), minimum 60% office attendance required over a 12-week period

Salary: £100K – £110K

Company

Europe’s number 1 downloaded rail app, collaborating with 270+ rail and coach companies across 40 countries to make travel seamless and eco-friendly.

What you will do

• Lead and develop a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a commercially minded and insight-driven culture.
• Own and evolve end-to-end budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Drive the transformation of FP&A tools and workflows, championing automation and AI-enabled solutions.
• Deliver forward-looking financial insights and performance analysis to support Executive and functional leadership.
• Oversee monthly management reporting and financial commentary to ensure accuracy and commercial relevance.
• Partner with Data and Analytics teams to improve the accessibility and quality of business performance insight.

Requirements

• Significant experience leading FP&A teams within technology, marketplace, or fast-paced commercial environments.
• Proven track record in leading finance transformation, including process redesign and systems implementation.
• Expertise in driver-based modelling and translating complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Recognised accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
• Experience with modern FP&A tooling, such as Pigment or similar platforms.
• Must be based in or able to work from the London office (60% attendance).

Culture & Benefits

• Private healthcare and dental insurance.
• Generous work from abroad policy (28 days).
• 2-for-1 share purchase plans and an EV Scheme to reduce carbon emissions.
• Personal learning budgets and regular learning days to support career growth.
• Family-friendly benefits and extra festive time off.