Head of FP&A - Varo Money

Job Title: Head of FP&A
Job Location: New York City, NY
Job Listing URL: https://jobs.lever.co/varomoney/19ebe7fd-62b3-4377-8fc3-a49c70336258
Job Description: Varo is an entirely new kind of bank. All digital, mission-driven, FDIC insured and designed for the way our customers live their lives. A bank for all of us.

Varo is looking for a new strategic partner to head the financial planning and analysis team. This small but mighty team is a critical support to Varo's leadership in charting the path to where no bank has been before. The FP&A team works for the CFO Office of Varo Bank alongside the Treasury and Accounting teams within Finance. It takes ownership of Varo's financial health.

Our ideal candidate will spearhead financial forecasting/budgeting, financial reporting (for management, investors, and regulators), and collaborate closely with senior stakeholders across the organization to bring an analytically rigorous, data-driven approach to key decision-making making e.g., product development, customer segmentation, channel profitability, staffing/capacity forecasting, partnerships, competitive market intelligence, etc.
What you’ll be doing:
Develop a top-in-class forecasting and planning function (FP&A) while executing the company's financial strategy as a critical member of Varo’s leadership teamPartner with key departmental stakeholders to provide financial and analytical support, including, but not limited to, Operations, Product, Technology, Risk, etc.
Develop and prepare annual, quarterly, monthly, and ad-hoc financial and KPI reporting for executives, investors, and regulators (including required regulatory reporting)
Partner with the Accounting function for an efficient and well-supported financial close
Help to create, maintain, and support Varo’s dynamic business plan and financial forecasts
Lead business performance discussions and driver-based flux analysis on a monthly basis
Drive Varo’s expansion strategy supporting product launches, market entry, partnerships, and M&A activities
Additional responsibilities as deemed appropriate for the role and growth of the finance team
You’ll bring the following required skills and experiences:
Bachelor's degree in finance or related discipline (CFA a plus)
7+ years experience in FP&A, Strategic Finance, Investment Banking, or Corporate Development
Strong work ethic with an ability to focus on complex financial problems; surgically strong detail orientation and commitment to accuracy
Experience in streamlining processes and understanding the bigger picture
Experience in building a strong motivated team in a high-paced environment
Ability to acquire new skills and adapt to or implement technology evolution such as the use of AI in forecasting
Experience with data management and/or financial information systems, preferably with Anaplan
Previous experience in neo-banking, financial services, retail, and/or commercial banking is required