About The Role
FBP is a strategic role within an organization that bridges the gap between finance and other business units. The primary responsibility of an FBP is to provide financial insights, analysis, and support to drive decision-making and improve overall business performance. We collaborate closely with various departments, offering guidance on budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and risk management. Additionally, FBPs play a critical role in identifying opportunities for process improvements, cost efficiencies, and value creation while ensuring alignment with the company’s financial goals and objectives
What You Will Do
- Budgeting & Forecasting: *Lead the annual budgeting & monthly forecasting process in collaboration with business units, ensuring that budgets & forecasts align with the organization's strategic objectives. *Prepare detailed budgets & forecasts, including revenue, and expense, and ensure that they are consistent with overall financial plans. *Monitor budget & forecast performance, identify variances, and work with departments to implement corrective actions where necessary. *Provide ongoing support and guidance to departments in managing their budgets effectively. *Develop and maintain financial models that support budgeting & forecasting activities, ensuring they reflect current business conditions and strategic goals.
- Financial Monitoring, Reporting & Analysis: *Continuously monitor financial performance, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and other relevant metrics. *Conduct regular variance analysis to compare actual performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities. *Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, providing insights and recommendations to senior management. *Prepare detailed reports and presentations that communicate financial performance to stakeholders, including senior management and business units. *Collaborate with other departments to develop and implement strategies that improve financial performance and drive business growth.
- Strategic Planning & Business Partnering Role: *Serve as the primary point of contact for all finance-related inquiries from business units, providing guidance and support as needed. *Liaise with other finance teams, such as accounting, tax, and treasury, to ensure cohesive financial management and reporting. *Address and resolve any finance-related issues or concerns raised by stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. *Support strategic planning initiatives by providing financial analysis and input on business cases, new projects, and investments. *Identify and assess financial risks, proposing mitigation strategies where necessary
What You Will Need
- 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), or business partnering roles
- Strong understanding of Lending business, as it enables a deeper understanding of the business dynamics
- Proven ability to provide financial insights and influence business decision-making
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and regulations
- Ability to lead cross-functional projects and drive financial initiatives to support business growth
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
About The Team
Working within our team is both dynamic and rewarding. We are a close-knit group of passionate professionals who are committed to excellence and continuous improvement. The team operates in a highly collaborative environment, where everyone’s voice matters, and we actively encourage sharing ideas, insights, and feedback