Director Financial Planning & Analysis

FARFETCH

3mo ago

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Job
Full-time
Expert Level
Banking & Finance
London

Requirements

A qualified accountant with considerable PQE
Relevant experience in financial planning and analysis in a fast-paced technology oriented organisation.
High level of process orientation and attention to detail.
Strong people leader with proven experience of developing and engaging talent
Ability to demonstrate strong knowledge of technical accounting standards and financial controls (IFRS, US GAAP, SOX)
Ability to influence and drive change across complex global business models and projects
Can operate in ambiguous and changing situations to deliver to the right results
A strategic mindset, with an ability to have a long-term vision with an eye on detail
Apply commercial acumen to deliver sound, accounting judgements
Can self-motivate in a fast-paced and rapidly-changing environment with competing deadlines
Fast paced and driven by a strong sense of urgency
Strong MS-Office skills (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint).
Expertise in financial modelling and data analysisStrong analytical thinking.
Be able to start with problem statement, ask 5Ys and arrive at data backed solutions
Familiar with establishing and managing KPIs
Capable to develop a strong understanding of our business, even if you do not have previous luxury/tech experience

Responsibilities

Drive the development and delivery of the Group’s financial planning activities, including long-term plans, annual budgets and reforecasts; challenging the status quo and leading initiatives to deliver a more effective and efficient function
Accountable for the preparation of Executive and Board finance papers, supporting analysis and insight through partnering with other functional directors, coordinating their forecasts and controlling the overall position for the businessLead the quarterly and year-end reporting processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting output in line with SOX requirements, taking full responsibility for all SEC filings and other externally reported data.
Ownership, implementation and advice on accounting policies. Review of the company’s accounting policies in line with International Financial Reporting Standards and the Group policies; ensuring standard global application of policies are appropriately applied
Drive the development of the Finance reporting solutions, ensuring tools, analysis, models and data are delivered in order to support the wider Finance teams needs.
Contribute to automatic report generation using business intelligence tools, to be utilised as part of a continuous efficiency improvement program.Own Group Treasury, ensuring management of the company’s currency hedging programme and insight into the actual and forecast impact of foreign exchange movements on the company’s business performance
Lead, engage and motivate a team, ensuring performance is at a high level and our company values are reflected in how they perform their role.
As part of the Finance Leadership Team, provide direction to the broader Finance team globally, contribute to the development of the Finance function change plans, and act as a key change agent for all finance change projects underway

FAQs

What is the role of the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis at Farfetch?

The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis plays a key role in leading the Group's finance function, setting financial targets, ensuring accurate reporting, and overseeing financial planning processes.

What teams will the Director of FP&A be responsible for?

The Director of FP&A will lead teams responsible for financial planning & analysis, external reporting, and Treasury functions.

What are some of the responsibilities of the Director of FP&A?

The Director of FP&A will be responsible for financial reporting, audit & review processes, financial planning, tools and reporting solutions, and working with the finance leadership team to build a best-in-class finance function.

What strategic initiatives will the Director of FP&A be involved in?

The Director of FP&A will be involved in developing operating and financial plans to achieve strategic goals, tracking performance on growth, margins, cash flows, and supporting modeling for new launches, supplier negotiations, and customer analysis.

FARFETCH

The Global Platform For Luxury

Technology

Industry

5001-10,000

Employees

2007

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

FARFETCH is the leading global platform for the luxury fashion industry. Our mission is to be the global platform for luxury fashion, connecting creators, curators and consumers. Founded in 2007 by José Neves for the love of fashion, and launched in 2008, FARFETCH began as an e-commerce marketplace for luxury boutiques around the world. Today the FARFETCH Marketplace connects customers in over 190 countries and territories with items from more than 50 countries and over 1,300 of the world’s best brands, boutiques and department stores, delivering a truly unique shopping experience and access to the most extensive selection of luxury on a single platform. FARFETCH’s additional businesses include Browns and Stadium Goods, which offer luxury products to consumers, and New Guards Group, a platform for the development of global fashion brands. FARFETCH offers its broad range of consumer-facing channels and enterprise level solutions to the luxury industry under its Luxury New Retail initiative. The Luxury New Retail initiative also encompasses FARFETCH Platform Solutions, which services enterprise clients with e-commerce and technology capabilities, and innovations such as Store of the Future, its connected retail solution.