Group FP&A Analyst (FTC)

Job Title: Group FP&A Analyst (FTC till March 2025)Job Type: Full Time, Fixed term contractWorking Location: London, HybridRole purposeKey member of the Group FP&A team with focus on communication of Group’s results, planning and forecasting activities to externals parties including the Travelex TopCo Board and lenders. The job holder will report to the Corporate FP&A Manager.Assist in providing specialist and targeted market analysis, based on global travel policies, passenger forecasts and latest business updates whilst the business recovers following significant uncertainty in 2020 and 2021 but pivoting to new opportunities that align to new strategic objectives of the Group.Assist in any additional ad hoc special Finance Projects which could include investor relations, M&A or funding requirements.The role requires a high level of commercial awareness with ability to influence stakeholders, together with managing financial disciplines and process. The role requires a good level of commercial and operational experience, with an ability to influence, and co-ordinate activities across the GroupBusiness partnering is a key requirement for this role across functions and jurisdictions supporting the Group FP&A Team in meeting and exceeding its objectives.Key accountabilitiesA key member of the Travelex Group FP&A team, key focus on producing and communicating group results including monthly board packs, quarterly external reporting and other ad hoc reports complete with meaningful evidence-based analysis.Ownership of group liquidity model, including consolidation and analysis of monthly actuals, quarterly forecast and annual budget and measuring performance to key funding requirements.Assist in providing market analysis across all fronts of the business to support result analysis and group projections with focus on global travel policies, passenger forecasts, strategic priorities (internal and external) and competitor analysis.Participating in internal planning processes as required to drive key outputs for external reporting requirements.Assist in the development of any corporate plans and support in external reporting requirements alongside other key Group functionsAssist in the strategic and operational planning processes for the Group across market/product/channel/entity and aspects of P&L, balance sheet and cash flow.Experience and personal qualitiesGeneralUndertakes any necessary training associated with the duties of the post and participates in training and development proceduresComplies with all Company Health and Safety policies and legislation in the performance of their duties and responsibilitiesMaintains confidentiality and observes data protection guidelinesManage expenses in accordance with Company Expense PolicyCarries out any other reasonable duties commensurate with their capabilityRelationship managementAbility to create positive relationships across multiple jurisdictions and culturesAbility to communicate effectively with stakeholders across a wide range of seniority, both internally and externallyBuild credibility throughout the global commercial organisation as a creative and supportive function whilst maintaining Group standards on governance and control.CommunicationActively communicate and seek feedback from colleagues and customersBe proactive in the provision of feedback and the delivery of ideas to develop and improve solutions relating to Travelex FinanceEssentialStrong business partnering and influencing skills in relation to stakeholder management (internal and external) and across matrix reporting linesCommercial experience gained in blue chip companies as well as an excellent professional backgroundDesirableRelevant degree from a good universityQualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or Part Qualified in final stages on professional accountancy qualificationExperience using ExcelWhy Travelex?To remain the world’s leading foreign exchange specialist, we are focused on making our customers’ lives simpler, more engaging and hassle free while they travel or move money abroad. We promise to give them the freedom and peace of mind to explore the world, their way – enabling them to travel confidently because they know they have us to lean on.Customer centricity and digital are at the heart of our business strategy. Our commitment to innovation has never been greater, with the development of a number of digital-first, greenfield products and services. And with the Travelex's resources, deep industry experience and leading brand we are inventing the future of FX, cross-border e-commerce and international payments.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status