Head of Strategic Finance – Insights and Operations Opportunity We are looking for a senior strategic finance professional with a strong background in fintech or payments, and direct experience supporting insights and operations functions. You will bring a commercial mindset and a track record of partnering closely with insights, operations and technology teams — translating investment decisions and operational costs into clear financial frameworks and recommendations. You will be highly experienced in financial forecasting, ROI modelling, investment cases and business partnering at a senior level, and comfortable operating in a fast‑moving, high‑growth environment where the quality of your analysis directly shapes strategic decisions. Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Act as the primary finance business partner to the relevant leadership team, providing strategic counsel and financial insight that drives confident, well‑informed decision making. Lead the development of robust financial forecasts, scenario models and long‑range plans, ensuring commercial ambition is grounded in financial discipline. Build and own the investment case framework for the area, evaluating new opportunities, initiatives and resource allocation decisions with rigour and clarity. Develop and maintain ROI frameworks and performance tracking tools that allow the business to assess returns and course‑correct quickly. Translate complex financial analysis into clear, compelling narratives for senior leadership, the head of Corporate and Strategic Finance, the CFO and external parties. Develop and implement business unit financial strategies, plans and budgets, using insights to evaluate the financial implications of strategic initiatives and recommend appropriate actions. Develop financial models to forecast future performance, assess investment opportunities and evaluate financial risks for business units, and analyse the impact of business decisions on financial performance and provide recommendations. Provide financial insights and guidance to business unit stakeholders through cross‑functional collaboration. Identify opportunities and implement financial process improvements that streamline financial operations. Support business units in identifying, assessing and mitigating financial risks, including training and guidance on financial risk management and compliance practices. Analyse and present financial data to provide insights into business performance, identify trends and support decision‑making.
Requirements and Experience
Senior or equivalent level finance experience in a fintech or payments environment. Direct experience partnering with insights and operations functions. Proven track record in financial forecasting, ROI modelling, investment case development and business partnering. Strong commercial mindset and ability to translate financial data into actionable strategy. Comfortable operating in a fast‑moving, high‑growth environment. Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting complex analysis to senior leaders.
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