VP, Financial Planning & Analysis

About the role

The Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for leading the company's global financial planning, forecasting, performance management, and strategic finance capabilities. This executive will partner closely with the CEO, CFO, executive leadership team, and Board to shape strategy, allocate capital, and drive profitable growth across the organization. The role is ideal for a forward-thinking finance leader who combines deep financial expertise with strong business acumen, operational excellence, and a passion for transforming finance through data, automation, and AI-enabled insights. As part of the global hiring process, candidates must submit resumes/CVs in English, as it is the primary business language across teams and regions. This position is based within a global team spanning Germany, Italy, Netherlands, and Spain, and the role holder will own end-to-end financial strategy execution in collaboration with product, sales, operations, technology, and corporate functions.

Key facts

What you'll do

Lead global budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and enterprise performance management initiatives across all business units.

Partner with the CFO and executive leadership team to shape business strategy, evaluate investment opportunities, and determine optimal capital allocation decisions.

Deliver actionable financial insights and analysis that influence pricing, resource allocation, growth initiatives, and strategic investment priorities.

Support Board reporting, executive presentations, and investor communications by preparing high-quality materials and clear narrative context.

Build and maintain an integrated, enterprise-wide planning process that aligns business units and regions for cohesive execution.

Develop KPIs and performance dashboards that provide timely, accurate visibility into business health, operational efficiency, and financial outcomes.

Lead scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and financial modeling to evaluate strategic options and support data-driven decisions.

Foster strong partnerships across Product, Sales, Operations, Technology, and Corporate Functions to ensure cross-functional alignment and transparency.

Modernize FP&A through automation, AI-enabled analytics, and scalable planning technologies to improve accuracy and reduce manual effort.

Improve reporting processes, forecasting accuracy, and speed-to-insight by leveraging modern planning platforms and business intelligence tools.

Requirements

Bring 15+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, including significant responsibility for enterprise FP&A within a global technology, SaaS, or high-growth organization.

Demonstrated success leading global planning, forecasting, performance management, and strategic finance initiatives at scale.

Proven experience partnering with executive leadership and Boards to influence strategic decisions and drive outcomes.

Strong understanding of capital allocation, financial modeling, and value creation for shareholders and stakeholders.

Experience leading finance transformation initiatives, including implementation of modern planning platforms, automation, and AI-enabled analytics.

Exceptional leadership experience building, mentoring, and developing high-performing global finance teams across multiple regions.

Outstanding communication and executive presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable business insights.

Fluency in English is required for communication across global teams and stakeholders.

Nice to have

Preferred experience in a fast-growing, data-driven technology or SaaS environment with exposure to multi-market operations.

Familiarity with commerce, retail, or marketplace business models and related metrics.

Hands-on experience with modern planning and business intelligence tools such as Anaplan, Workday, or similar platforms.

Practical notes

This role is based in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, and Spain, with hybrid work arrangements enabled by company policy.

No specific working hours are mandated, but role expectations align with regional operational hours across EMEA.

As part of the global hiring process, resumes/CVs must be submitted in English.

Candidates should be prepared for potential interviews and assessments as part of the selection process.

Travel requirements are not specified in this role description.

No visa sponsorship details are provided in this source information.

Career growth and impact

The VP, Financial Planning & Analysis will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of a global leader in the shopping and deal discovery sector. This executive will own the end-to-end financial strategy that supports rapid growth, profitability, and long-term value creation. By driving transparency, automation, and insight across planning and performance management, the role will directly influence how capital is deployed and how the organization scales across 27 markets. The position offers the opportunity to lead finance transformation, mentor a growing team, and contribute to strategic decisions at the highest levels of the organization. Success in this role will be measured by the accuracy, timeliness, and impact of financial insights that enable the business to execute with confidence and agility.