FP&A Lead

ABOUT TIDE

At Tide, we are building a finance platform designed to save small businesses time and money. We provide our members with business accounts and related banking services, but also a comprehensive set of connected administrative solutions from invoicing to accounting.

Launched in 2017, Tide is now used by over 1 million small businesses across the world and is available to UK, Indian and German SMEs. Headquartered in central London, with offices in Sofia, Hyderabad, Delhi, Berlin and Belgrade, Tide employs over 2000 employees.  

Tide is rapidly growing, expanding into new markets and always looking for passionate and driven people. Join us in our mission to empower small businesses and help them save time and money.  

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a strategic and accomplished FP&A Lead to drive global financial processes and deliver actionable insights that shape business performance. This pivotal role involves overseeing management reporting, automating workflows, and supporting strategic decision-making as a trusted advisor to senior leaders.

As an FP&A Lead you’ll be adding value to Tide in the following areas:

• Management Reporting:
  • Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts with actionable commentary for senior leadership.
  • Enhance departmental reporting to track performance against budgets and forecasts.
• Strategic Insights:
  • Build a comprehensive reporting suite, offering insights into P&L and departmental financial performance.
  • Partner with department heads to drive alignment on budgets, forecasts, and KPIs.
• Process Automation:
  • Streamline reporting processes with automated solutions to improve data quality and efficiency.
  • Ensure accurate cost data capture through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Forecasting & Budgeting:
  • Lead budgeting and reforecasting processes, providing scenario analyses to inform strategy.
  • Deliver stress testing to support agile decision-making.
• Cost Control:
  • Optimise and automate weekly cost reporting with root cause analysis of spending against forecasts.
  • Identify opportunities for cost efficiency and improvement.
• Leadership & Business Partnering:
  • Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, offering clear financial guidance.
  • Lead high-impact financial projects and support strategic initiatives.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• A qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or an MBA in Finance with strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.
• Demonstrated proficiency in financial modelling and reporting tools (Excel/G-Sheets), with advanced expertise in Anaplan or similar systems.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a history of delivering financial insights that influence strategic decisions.
• Proven experience in driving process improvements and automating financial reporting workflows to achieve scale and efficiency.
• Strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to manage projects, influence stakeholders, and inspire confidence across teams.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of delivering clear and impactful messages to senior leaders.
• A self-starter with a proactive, solution-focused approach and a keen eye for detail.
• Adept at managing competing priorities and meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• At least 10 years of relevant or transferable experience in financial planning and analysis, management reporting, or a similar role.
• Personable and collaborative, with the ability to build and maintain trusting relationships across all levels of the organisation.

WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN

• Self & Family Health Insurance
• Term & Life Insurance
• OPD Benefits
• Mental wellbeing through Plumm
• Learning & Development Budget
• WFH Setup allowance
• 15 days of Privilege leaves
• 12 days of Casual leaves
• 12 days of Sick leaves
• 3 paid days off for volunteering or L&D activities
• Stock Options 

TIDEAN WAYS OF WORKING

At Tide, we champion a flexible workplace model that supports both in-person and remote work to cater to the specific needs of our different teams. 

While remote work is supported, we believe in the power of face-to-face interactions to foster team spirit and collaboration. Our offices are designed as hubs for innovation and team-building, where we encourage regular in-person gatherings to foster a strong sense of community. 

TIDE IS A PLACE FOR EVERYONE

At Tide, we believe that we can only succeed if we let our differences enrich our culture. Our Tideans come from a variety of backgrounds and experience levels. We consider everyone irrespective of their ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity or differently-abled status. We celebrate diversity in our workforce as a cornerstone of our success. Our commitment to a broad spectrum of ideas and backgrounds is what enables us to build products that resonate with our members’ diverse needs and lives. 

We are One Team and foster a transparent and inclusive environment, where everyone’s voice is heard.

At Tide, we thrive on diversity, embracing various backgrounds and experiences. We welcome all individuals regardless of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. Our inclusive culture is key to our success, helping us build products that meet our members' diverse needs. We are One Team, committed to transparency and ensuring everyone’s voice is heard.

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