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Talent Acquisition Business Partner @ SmartSearch | Recruitment, Growth and Communication
SmartSearch’s distinctive Anti-Money Laundering verification software protects our clients by offering the most advanced and comprehensive features available from an AML provider.
SmartSearch has grown rapidly by fostering an incredibly collaborative and supportive culture. As we continue our ambitious growth plans, we will strive to remain a truly exciting, rewarding, and unique place to work.
HOW WILL YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
We’re seeking a strategic and analytical finance leader to join our senior team as Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). This individual will lead all aspects of budgeting, forecasting, long-term planning, and financial analysis. They will serve as a key partner to executive leadership, enabling informed, data-driven decision-making across SmartSearch.
This is a high-impact role that requires both strategic thinking and strong execution. The ideal candidate will also be a proven people manager, capable of developing a high-performing team and building trusted relationships throughout the business.
VARIED DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Lead the FP&A function, including financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
* Partner with senior leadership across departments to deliver strategic financial support and business insights.
* Provide hands-on support for pricing strategy, customer proposals, and go-to-market decision-making, ensuring financial alignment with company goals.
* Deliver monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages, including KPI tracking, variance analysis, and commentary.
* Lead the annual budgeting and reforecasting cycles in collaboration with department heads.
* Support investment cases, board presentations, and strategic planning activities.
* Drive continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy, reporting automation, and analytical capabilities.
* Manage, mentor, and grow a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of collaboration, development, and accountability.
* Implement and improve tools and processes that scale with company growth.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR IN A CANDIDATE?
* Qualified Accountant (CIMA or ACA)
* 8+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or strategic finance roles, with at circa 3 years in a leadership capacity.
* Demonstrated success in partnering with senior executives to support strategic initiatives, particularly in pricing and commercial strategy.
* Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams; a strong, empathetic, and effective people manager.
* Experience in high-growth, tech-driven, or SaaS environments is preferred.
* Experience in an acquisitive PE environment is preferred and advantageous.
* Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills; proficiency with ERP (e.g., NetSuite), BI tools (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau), and planning platforms (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan).
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights and recommendations.
* High degree of initiative, adaptability, and ownership.
WHAT IS LIFE LIKE AT SMARTSEARCH?
* We are a multi-award winning Tech company with an aspirational mentality
* Some of our most recent recognitions include: named in the renowned RegTech100 list for 2024, listed in the Top 100 Fasted Growing Tech Companies by Northern Tech Awards 2024 as well as being named Technology Provider of the Year by Corporate Finance Awards 2024
* We have been Great Place To Work Certified since 2022
* There are excellent progression opportunities due to our growth and you will have personal development goals, regular feedback and support
* We are a diverse and inclusive team committed to promoting Diversity & Inclusion and Social Responsibility. Through our DE&I group, charitable initiatives and support for local schools, we actively foster a positive Impact on our community
COMPANY BENEFITS
* 25 days holiday rising to 30 with each year of service
* Private Medical Insurance covering dental and optical
* Company pension scheme
* Life Assurance – 4x your annual salary
* 1 day paid volunteering per year
* Enhanced maternity / paternity offerings
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle to work scheme
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance and Analyst
* Industries
Software Development and Financial Services
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