Financial Planning Analyst Manager

Welcome to Walks & Devour!!

We are looking for an experienced FP&A manager with exceptional data analytical skills and a strong desire to grow within a fast-expanding global organization. This hands-on role will report to the Head of Finance and be part of our international finance team, contributing to financial performance and operational excellence.

In this role, you will apply your analytical expertise to develop advanced financial models, improve forecasting processes, and optimize cash flow and procurement planning. You will also play a key role in budgeting, forecasting passenger volumes (PAX), managing seasonal trends, and defining KPIs to ensure data-driven decision-making and alignment with the company’s strategic goals.

This is a full time fully remote position paying a salary of €45,000 to €55,000 (we are open to negotiations).

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, reach out to us today!

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Modeling & Analysis

• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
• Analyze financial performance against historical data, forecasts, and industry benchmarks to identify trends and insights for decision-making.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis to explain budget and forecast deviations, offering actionable recommendations to enhance financial performance.

Strategic Planning

• Collaborate with the Head of Finance and leadership to ensure financial planning is aligned with the company’s long-term strategic objectives.
• Lead the development and execution of strategic planning processes, integrating financial planning with broader business goals and initiatives.
• Conduct in-depth analysis to monitor performance against budgets, and recommend optimizations as needed.
• Collaborate with Operations and Inventory Manager to ensure financial planning is aligned with supply capabilities and limitations

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist with the creation of predictive models to accurately forecast inventory levels, purchasing strategies, and passenger demand (PAX) across global tours, considering seasonal trends and market fluctuations.
• Contribute to the annual budgeting process, including capital expenditure planning, to align organizational objectives and financial targets.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop rolling forecasts, incorporating market dynamics and business trends to ensure timely and precise financial projections.
• Support comprehensive forecasting and budgeting activities, comparing key performance indicators (KPIs) against actual results to drive strategic decision-making.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Perform variance analysis to identify discrepancies between actual performance and forecasts, providing actionable insights for decision-making.
• Continuously update and refine financial forecasts based on real-time data, ensuring alignment with company goals and cash flow projections.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS) and company policies.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with operations, regional directors, and other teams to gather and analyze critical data to support better decision-making and planning.
• Communicate complex financial analyses clearly to non-financial stakeholders, helping to inform business decisions.
• Act as a key partner to leadership by presenting insights and recommendations that drive positive business outcomes.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Business, or a related field.

Master or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA, or similar) are a plus but not required.

Experience:

• 5 years of experience in data analytics, financial planning & analysis, or a similar role within a global or fast-paced environment.
• Experience in retail or managing high levels of stock inventory is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of developing forecasting models and delivering actionable insights through data analysis.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and forecasting software.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial modeling.
• Knowledge of SQL, Python, or other programming languages for data extraction and analysis is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey insights effectively to stakeholders.