Head of FP&A

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Vollzeit

1 Monat her

Main purposeLead the operational execution of Trafigura's overhead and indirect Global Cost Management team(GCM), ensuring rigorous budgeting rigor, accurate forecasting, and transparent cost allocation to profit centres across the business.Key responsibilitiesBudget & Forecast ManagementImplement quarterly rolling forecast cycles for all overhead cost categoriesCoordinate annual zero-based budgeting exercises, challenging historical spend patterns and driving cost justification from budget holdersMaintain detailed budget models with granular cost centre and GL account level trackingProduce variance analysis reports (actual vs budget vs forecast) with clear commentary on drivers and corrective actionsOverhead Allocation & ReportingDesign and maintain allocation methodologies for shared services and corporate costs to profit centres using appropriate drivers (headcount, revenue, assets, etc.)Implement monthly allocation runs and reconcileProduce management reporting packs showing overhead costs by function, region, and profit centreSupport profit centre P&L owners in understanding their allocated overhead chargesProcess & ControlsOwn the end-to-end overhead budgeting and forecasting calendar, ensuring timely deliveryEstablish and enforce budget submission templates, approval workflows, and data quality standardsMaintain the overhead cost hierarchy and chart of accounts structureImplement controls to prevent budget overruns and ensure proper authorisation of expenditureStakeholder ManagementPartner with functional heads (HR, IT, Legal, Compliance, Operations) to understand cost drivers and forecast requirementsConduct monthly business review meetings with budget holders to track performanceProvide training and guidance to non-finance stakeholders on budgeting tools and processesAnalysis & InsightsIdentify cost optimization opportunities and efficiency improvements across overhead baseBenchmark overhead ratios against industry standards and peer companiesAnalyse headcount-to-cost relationships and productivity metricsSupport business case development for new overhead investmentsRequired qualifications5-7 years in FP&A, management accounting, or financial controlling rolesBachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fieldDemonstrated experience establishing or significantly improving budgeting processesTrack record of implementing zero-based budgeting or similar cost management initiativesExperience with overhead allocation methodologies in multi-entity organizationsBackground in fast-paced, matrix organizationsPreferred qualificationsExperience in commodities trading, financial services, or multinational corporationsExposure to Big 4 consulting or internal transformation projectsProfessional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA, CPA) or working towardsAdvanced training in financial modeling or FP&A standards (desirable)Previous role implementing new EPM/planning systemsExperience managing small teams or leading cross-functional projectsAttributes for successTechnical CompetenciesAdvanced Excel/Financial Modelling: Complex formulas, pivot tables, macros, scenario modellingERP Systems: Strong experience with Oracle and OneStream (preferred)Planning Tools: Proficiency in Anaplan, Adaptive Insights, Hyperion, or similar EPM platformsData Management: Ability to work with large datasets, perform data validation and reconciliationAllocation Methodologies: Deep understanding of cost allocation principles and driver-based modellingAnalytical CapabilitiesStrong numerical reasoning and attention to detailAbility to identify trends, anomalies, and root causes in financial dataCritical thinking to challenge assumptions and validate forecastsComfort with ambiguity in a fast-paced trading environmentProcess & ExecutionProven track record of implementing and improving FP&A processes from scratchStrong project management skills with ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneouslyDeadline-driven with ability to deliver accurate results under time pressureProcess documentation and continuous improvement attitudeCommunication & InfluenceAbility to translate complex financial concepts for non-finance audiencesConfident in challenging senior stakeholders on budget requestsClear and concise written communication for management reportingPresentation skills for budget review meetings and steering committeesBusiness AcumenUnderstanding of commodities trading business model (desirable)Commercial awareness of how overhead costs impact profit centre economicsAppreciation of regulatory and compliance cost drivers in financial servicesKnowledge of shared services operating modelsSuccess Metrics (First 12 Months)Successful delivery of 4 quarterly rolling forecasts with
5% variance to actualsImplementation of zero-based budgeting for next annual cycleOverhead allocation model operational with monthly reporting to profit centresBudget holder satisfaction score
80% on process efficiencyTracking of cost optimization opportunitiesEqual opportunity employerWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse workforce! We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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