FP&A Manager

BCB Group

BCB Group is a leading crypto-dedicated payment services provider, serving many of the industry’s largest clients including Bitstamp, Crypto.com, Fireblocks, Galaxy, Gemini, and Kraken. BCB Group provides payment services in over 30 currencies, FX, cryptocurrency liquidity, digital asset custody and BLINC, which is BCB’s free, instant settlements network for the BCB client ecosystem. Responding to corporate and institutional demand for essential and excellent infrastructure in digital asset markets, BCB Group was created by established thought leaders in finance, regulation and technology. Founded in the UK and developed to encompass key relationships across global financial services communities, BCB Group is well positioned as one of the first multi-jurisdictional regulated cryptocurrency service firms. The cryptocurrency and blockchain industry is growing rapidly, and we want to continue shaping the way the industry progresses. We are looking for talented, motivated and crypto-passionate individuals to join us in ushering in this new financial revolution. As the FP&A Manager, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the financial planning and analysis activities of the organisation. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will lead a team responsible for revenue accounting as well as the traditional FP&A responsibilities of budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and providing insightful analysis to support key business decisions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of delivering actionable financial insights. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES * Provide regular variance analysis and financial reporting to senior management, highlighting key drivers of performance and identifying areas for improvement. * Partner with cross-functional teams to report on their KPIs. * Produce dashboards to track business performance and drive operational efficiencies that can be shared with key stakeholders at Senior Leadership level. * Work alongside the Financial Controller and reporting to the Head of Finance to manage the annual budgeting process by collaborating with department heads to develop detailed budgets aligned with strategic objectives. * Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models to forecast company performance and analyse various scenarios. * Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems to streamline reporting and enhance decision-making capabilities. While having a commercial mindset and focus, the successful candidate will have an appreciation of the importance of financial control. * Support strategic initiatives, including planning for fundraising, by conducting financial due diligence and integration planning. * Stay abreast of industry trends, economic factors, and regulatory changes that may impact financial performance, providing proactive insights to mitigate risks and capitalise on opportunities. * Manage a small team of people and oversee their responsibilities. Any experience in these areas will be beneficial but not essential. WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? If you can demonstrate some of the following experience/skills below, we would love to hear from you. * We’re looking for someone who is 3-5 years post qualified with a strong advisory and/or corporate background who can support our growth.  * Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. * Proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting techniques, and advanced skills in using Google Suite. * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. * Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. * Experience of coaching and mentoring junior colleagues to build a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. * Experience with Netsuite is preferred. SO, WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Our people are constantly striving to be the best through operational excellence. The professional development and learning opportunities create an agile, hardworking, conscientious, and knowledgeable team.  The opportunities for personal growth are exponential. You grow as the business grows. The roles and responsibilities are broad and ever-changing, and the dynamism of BCB keeps you engaged and highly motivated.   At BCB, we believe in empowering individuals to create a culture of personal growth, together, and driving empowerment from the bottom up, up-skilling every individual at every level. This means our team has a sense of commonality and belonging, driven by a shared belief in our mission. We’re passionate about our business, our people, and providing 360-degree support for success. * The chance to operate at the forefront of our industry                                    * You can talk to anyone in the business as there are no barriers and everyone is accessible * You will be collaborating with teams on a hybrid working arrangement * We value team success where every individual can grow and prosper * 30 days annual leave each year * 4 days per year to prioritise your mental health  * 1 company volunteering day per year * Strong benefits package including; Private Healthcare, Pension, Income Protection (long-term absence), Life Insurance, Menopause Policy, and an enhanced Parental Leave policy.

iwoca

The company Small businesses move fast. Opportunities often don’t wait, and cash flow pressures can appear overnight. To keep going, and growing, SMEs need finance that’s as flexible and responsive as they are. That's why we built iwoca. Our smart technology, data science and five-star customer service ensures business owners can act with the speed, confidence and control they need, exactly when it's needed. We’ve already cleared the way for 100,000 businesses with more than £4 billion in funding. Our passionate team is driven to help even more SMEs succeed, through access to better finance and other services that make running a business easier. Our ultimate mission is to support one million SMEs in their defining moments, creating lasting impact for the communities and economies they drive. The team The FP&A team is responsible for driving strategic decision making through forecasting, analysis and reporting performance. You’ll work closely with the FP&A Manager and will also work with the wider finance team as well as other functions across iwoca. The role You’ll translate complex financial data into useful management information and produce annual budgets aiding long-term planning and growth. Operational FP&A * Preparation of the monthly operating model, including reconciliations to accounting software and posting of journals required to complete the model; * Contribute to and improve forecasting methodology; * Assisting in the development and maintenance of data pipelines; * Assisting in preparation of monthly Board documentation and interim and year-end Budget documents; * Identifying and rectifying issues/areas for improvement in the monthly operating model; * Identifying and building datasets to compliment the enhancement of the monthly operating model; * Liaising with departments across the business to: * Understand business developments and how they impact inputs to the operating model. * Identify areas of inconsistencies between operating model forecasts and those used by the wider business to improve the accuracy of reporting. * Understand reporting requirements for each department to increase quality of communication across the business.; * Reporting to external stakeholders * Uses AI tools to explore data, generate insights, and improve workflows, driving faster and more accurate analysis Data engineering and product development * Contribute to the build out of iwoca’s forecasting platform * Design features, using AI tools to test and build * Integrate with other third-party tools e.g. Looker, Snowflake and NetSuite The requirements * Good analytical skills, high level of accuracy and attention to detail * A growth mindset and be able to improve and develop our processes as we grow * Be able to work to deadlines and manage stakeholder expectations * Be able to learn quickly and embrace change - we are an innovative, fast growing company and always coming up with new ideas * Proficient user of excel * Experience with Looker, Snowflake or equivalent would be desirable * Willingness and curiosity to leverage AI to maximise quality, speed and rigour * Our approach to working from home is a ‘hybrid’ one, we will expect you to attend the London office twice a week. The culture At iwoca, the best idea wins. We model our culture on independent thinking, challenging untested logic, and evidence-based decisions. We prioritise learning and growth, and give people the autonomy to develop in the direction that makes them most effective. We're a tech company and believe in the power of AI to help us work faster and better. We provide the infrastructure where every iwocan always has access to the best models and where those models have access to all of our data. We will help our people to learn how to use and grow with the new tools available to them. The offices We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a great place to work: * Offices in London, Leeds, Berlin, and Frankfurt with plenty of drinks and snacks. * Events and community-led groups, including running groups, padel, and monthly ping-pong and pool competitions. The benefits * Flexible working hours. * Medical insurance from Vitality, including discounted gym membership. * A private GP service (separate from Vitality) for you, your partner, and your dependents. * 25 days’ holiday per year, an extra day off for your birthday, the option to buy or sell an additional five days of annual leave, and unlimited unpaid leave. * A one-month, fully paid sabbatical after four years. * Instant access to external counselling and therapy sessions for team members that need emotional or mental health support. * 3% Pension contributions on total earnings. * An employee equity incentive scheme. * Generous parental leave and a nursery tax benefit scheme to help you save money. * Electric car scheme and cycle to work scheme. * Two company retreats a year: we’ve been to France, Italy, Spain, and further afield. And to make sure we all keep learning, we offer: * A learning and development budget for everyone. * Company-wide talks with internal and external speakers. * Access to learning platforms like Treehouse. Useful links: * iwoca benefits & policies

iwoca

The company Small businesses move fast. Opportunities often don’t wait, and cash flow pressures can appear overnight. To keep going, and growing, SMEs need finance that’s as flexible and responsive as they are. That's why we built iwoca. Our smart technology, data science and five-star customer service ensures business owners can act with the speed, confidence and control they need, exactly when it's needed. We’ve already cleared the way for 100,000 businesses with more than £4 billion in funding. Our passionate team is driven to help even more SMEs succeed, through access to better finance and other services that make running a business easier. Our ultimate mission is to support one million SMEs in their defining moments, creating lasting impact for the communities and economies they drive. The team The FP&A team is responsible for driving strategic decision making through forecasting, analysis and reporting performance. You’ll work closely with the FP&A Manager and will also work with the wider finance team as well as other functions across iwoca. The role You’ll translate complex financial data into useful management information and produce annual budgets aiding long-term planning and growth. Operational FP&A * Preparation of the monthly operating model, including reconciliations to accounting software and posting of journals required to complete the model; * Contribute to and improve forecasting methodology; * Assisting in the development and maintenance of data pipelines; * Assisting in preparation of monthly Board documentation and interim and year-end Budget documents; * Identifying and rectifying issues/areas for improvement in the monthly operating model; * Identifying and building datasets to compliment the enhancement of the monthly operating model; * Liaising with departments across the business to: * Understand business developments and how they impact inputs to the operating model. * Identify areas of inconsistencies between operating model forecasts and those used by the wider business to improve the accuracy of reporting. * Understand reporting requirements for each department to increase quality of communication across the business.; * Reporting to external stakeholders * Uses AI tools to explore data, generate insights, and improve workflows, driving faster and more accurate analysis Data engineering and product development * Contribute to the build out of iwoca’s forecasting platform * Design features, using AI tools to test and build * Integrate with other third-party tools e.g. Looker, Snowflake and NetSuite The requirements * Good analytical skills, high level of accuracy and attention to detail * A growth mindset and be able to improve and develop our processes as we grow * Be able to work to deadlines and manage stakeholder expectations * Be able to learn quickly and embrace change - we are an innovative, fast growing company and always coming up with new ideas * Proficient user of excel * Experience with Looker, Snowflake or equivalent would be desirable * Willingness and curiosity to leverage AI to maximise quality, speed and rigour * Our approach to working from home is a ‘hybrid’ one, we will expect you to attend the London office twice a week. The culture At iwoca, the best idea wins. We model our culture on independent thinking, challenging untested logic, and evidence-based decisions. We prioritise learning and growth, and give people the autonomy to develop in the direction that makes them most effective. We're a tech company and believe in the power of AI to help us work faster and better. We provide the infrastructure where every iwocan always has access to the best models and where those models have access to all of our data. We will help our people to learn how to use and grow with the new tools available to them. The offices We put a lot of effort into making iwoca a great place to work: * Offices in London, Leeds, Berlin, and Frankfurt with plenty of drinks and snacks. * Events and community-led groups, including running groups, padel, and monthly ping-pong and pool competitions. The benefits * Flexible working hours. * Medical insurance from Vitality, including discounted gym membership. * A private GP service (separate from Vitality) for you, your partner, and your dependents. * 25 days’ holiday per year, an extra day off for your birthday, the option to buy or sell an additional five days of annual leave, and unlimited unpaid leave. * A one-month, fully paid sabbatical after four years. * Instant access to external counselling and therapy sessions for team members that need emotional or mental health support. * 3% Pension contributions on total earnings. * An employee equity incentive scheme. * Generous parental leave and a nursery tax benefit scheme to help you save money. * Electric car scheme and cycle to work scheme. * Two company retreats a year: we’ve been to France, Italy, Spain, and further afield. And to make sure we all keep learning, we offer: * A learning and development budget for everyone. * Company-wide talks with internal and external speakers. * Access to learning platforms like Treehouse. Useful links: * iwoca benefits & policies