Group FP&A Analyst

Group FP&A Analyst

Location: London

Salary: competitive + company benefits

About Global Fashion Group

Global Fashion Group is the leading fashion and lifestyle destination in growth markets across LATAM, SEA and ANZ. From our people to our customers and partners, we exist to empower everyone to express their true selves through fashion. Our three e-commerce platforms: Dafiti, ZALORA and THE ICONIC connect an assortment of international, local and own brands to over 800 million consumers from diverse cultures and lifestyles. GFG’s platforms provide seamless and inspiring customer experiences from discovery to delivery, powered by art & science that is infused with unparalleled local knowledge. As part of the Group’s vision is to be the #1 online destination for fashion & lifestyle in growth markets, we are committed to doing this responsibly by being people and planet positive across everything we do.

THE TEAM 

In 2019, GFG became a publicly listed company on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. It is proud to combine the best of the governance and transparency of a public company with the entrepreneurial and growth spirit of an exciting digital business operating in some of the world’s most dynamic markets. 

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team is a core part of the Group Finance team, based in London. We focus on articulating and analysing the Group’s business performance and future forecasts to the GFG Management and Supervisory Boards. We work closely with the FP&A teams based in Latin America, South East Asia and Australia, alongside the wider Group Finance, Tax and Treasury functions in London, Luxembourg and Germany. 

As the Group matures, the Group FP&A function becomes ever more important in providing insight and analysis to support our fast growing business. As a result, we are looking for a Group FP&A Analyst to join the Group Finance team based in London on a permanent basis. 

This role will report to the FP&A Finance Manager - Planning. You will be working closely with the regional FP&A Teams, Group Reporting Team, Group CFO & Management Board.

SCOPE OF ROLE

• Detailed P&L, Cash Flow and Balance Sheet analysis, identifying business trends, risks and opportunities 
• Develop insight on business non financial KPIs
• Provide accurate and timely information to the Group CFO and Group Management Board to support business decision making
• Provide critique and challenge to regional data - from both a financial and operational perspective
• Support a project to move to more autonomous forecasting and reporting, leveraging AI and Automation
• Process improvement projects, driving the development of OneStream functionality for FP&A, working closely with the Senior Finance Systems Analyst for technical support 
• Build strong relationships with regional teams to open up communication and trust, and share best practice.
• Preparing the Group Annual Budget and Mid-Term Plan
• Responsible for the delivery, analysis and presentation of the Group forecasting process
• Be the custodian of a high level 5-10 year scenario model around the key drivers of the strategy that allows stress-testing and scenario modelling
• Be proactive and own the forecast and planning elements of the FP&A roadmap, from idea to implementation 
• Ad hoc scenario/what if modelling

WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Qualified accountant with a record of success within a fast moving, forward thinking listed company
• A low-ego intellect who can quickly get to the heart of an issue and is comfortable communicating it clearly to peers and to senior management
• Highly Analytical, able to draw conclusions from large data volumes at pace 
• Attention to detail; some of the outputs are shared externally so accuracy is key
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal, to cut through complex issues
• Strong Excel skills with experience of a Global EPM tool (Onestream highly desirable, Hyperion/HFM)
• Flexible attitude and ability to cope well with the demands of a rapidly growing company
• A strong focus on delivery and the ability to own and implement the outcomes
• High level of initiative and self-motivation
• Ability to quickly build strong working relationships with regionally based teams.
• A friendly, curious and considerate team player who demonstrates a desire to learn and willingness to support the goals of the wider organisation

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• The unique opportunity to have a material impact on a growing organisation.
• A dynamic working environment shaping the face of fashion e-commerce in growth markets.
• Opportunity to be part of a fast-growing business, gain global exposure across the group.
• Work closely with a global talent pool with an international mindset.

 Apply today and join GFG in this exciting role shaping the face of fashion e-commerce!

Global Fashion Group embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.