FP&A Director

Version 1 has celebrated over 26 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We’re also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1. 

We’ve been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023. 

As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We’re focused on our core values; using these we’ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally. 

Reporting to the CFO, the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Director is responsible for leading Version 1’s FP&A function, producing, validating, analysing and providing insights on the consolidated forecasts, budgets, long range plans, financial presentations, KPI tracking dashboards, industry/peer group comparisons, detailed forward looking models, scenario plans and adhoc analysis. 

In a constantly evolving market and within a business keen to advance its processes and systems, the FP&A Director will take a key role in improving and refocussing Version 1’s business and FP&A function.

Version 1’s FP&A function acts as the custodian of Performance Measurement across the group ensuring that all functions have clear KPIs, which are measured against target monthly.  This position demands strong analytical skills, expertise to challenge and attention to detail.  The FP&A Director will provide a balanced outlook of the business from a finance, strategic and operational point of view.

The role will also be a key driver of automation in FPA processes, help introduce technological advances and will link to existing initiatives to enhance the efficiency and robustness of the group’s reporting systems and processes.

We require an FP&A Director with strong industry knowledge and solid technical understanding as well as leadership and negotiating skills, with the ability to create both credible and trusted key stakeholder relationships, including strategically supporting Version 1’s Senior Leadership Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring a clear KPI framework is in place across the business reflecting the inter-related accountability and responsibilities of all functions including Commercial, Delivery, OCTO and Business Functions.
• Responsible for preparation of best-in-class monthly reporting of performance for all parts of the business and in a timely manner.
• Responsible for the forecasting processes and reviewing challenging and consolidating forecasts from the business teams monthly including risks and opportunities to the forecast plan.
• Responsible for the annual financial budget including the supporting process, consolidation and challenge.
• Ad hoc analysis based on queries received from CFO, CEO and Private Equity partners.
• Streamline and document all FP&A related processes and procedures. Develop a transformation plan for the continuous improvement of the FP&A function in its methodologies, tools and process including maximising the use of technology and digital enablers.

• Expertise as a senior FP&A professional
• An organised, self-motivated and pro-active individual – able to work independently and take responsibility for ensuring high quality deliverables are produced on a timely and professional looking basis.
• Strong prioritisation and project management skills – A proven track record of managing multiple work-streams to tight deadlines with numerous different sources of input, multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Proven ability to identify and design KPI’s and embed in FPA processes.
• Ability to cope in a busy and demanding work environment with regular & conflicting deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills both verbal and written - able to work with all levels of management within the UK and global group, finance and management/leadership teams.
• Proven track record for driving process efficiencies and changes that increase robustness in reporting processes. 
• Able to problem solve. Proactive and challenging with sufficient self-confidence to be able to champion and implement change.
• Ability to lead, participate in and facilitate group meetings.
• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Experience in market leading innovations in FPA and reporting platforms.

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. 

One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology. 

We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat. 

Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.

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