We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially driven Head of Corporate & Strategic Finance to lead our global Group FP&A function. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving financial planning, performance analysis, and strategic insight across the Group. You will play a pivotal role in supporting executive decision-making and ensuring financial alignment with the company’s growth objectives. Reporting to the VP, FP&A with 4 Direct reports and a team of 7, this role will play an important part in increasing commerciality across the organisation, rolling out best-in-class analysis, reporting and planning practices, and strengthening relationships between Finance and the business.
What You'll Do:
Develop and lead long-term financial planning, forecasting, and scenario analysis. Coordinate with business unit finance teams to consolidate plans and ensure alignment.
Provide financial insight to guide strategic decision-making and drive sustainable growth. Develop and maintain robust financial models, scenario analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Deliver high-quality financial reporting and analysis to senior leadership, the Board, and key stakeholders including investor relations.
Act as a strategic partner to the CFO, Chief People Officer, Chief Technology Officer & Chief Legal Officer, and other senior executives by delivering financial insights that shape strategic decisions.
Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, tools, and systems (e.g., ERP, planning software). Champion automation, data integrity, and process efficiency to enhance decision-making capabilities.
Lead and develop a high-performing FP&A team with a culture of excellence and accountability.
Evaluate and potential M&A with support from the business and lead due diligence.
Manage internal investment governance, including business case development and ROI analysis.
Oversee the procurement team to transform the S2P process and achieve cost savings across the organization. Lead impairment analysis and other forecasting requirements needed for quarterly reporting
Who You Are:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field; MBA, CFA, or CPA preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience in corporate finance, investment banking, or strategic finance roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership positionExceptional analytical, modeling, and valuation skills.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities, including executive-level reporting
Strong knowledge of planning and performance processes, including annual budget, periodic forecast and business reviews
Strong working knowledge of accounting, controlling and finance operations
Strong financial modelling skills, with the ability to translate commercial plans and activities into relevant financial models and analyses
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build trust at senior level and act as a change agent across teams
Experience driving process change with non-finance stakeholders and continually striving for best in class processes
A resilient character who can thrive in a high paced and energetic environment
Desire to understand the details of the Business and help bring Bumble’s ambitious plans to life
