Group FP&A

Publication Date:  Dec 13, 2024
Ref. No:  522304
Location: 

Bezons, FR

Eviden, part of the Atos Group, with an annual revenue of circa € 5 billion is a global leader in data-driven, trusted and sustainable digital transformation. As a next generation digital business with worldwide leading positions in digital, cloud, data, advanced computing and security, it brings deep expertise for all industries in more than 47 countries. By uniting unique high-end technologies across the full digital continuum with 47,000 world-class talents, Eviden expands the possibilities of data and technology, now and for generations to come.

 

The FP&A Group Lead at  #Eviden, Atos Group, is responsible for leading the financial planning and analysis activities related to order entry, external revenue, project margin, and operating margin. This role plays a critical part in shaping business performance, driving financial optimization, and ensuring robust financial reporting. The successful candidate will manage business plans, budgeting processes, and monthly reviews, while working closely with business line and RBU management to provide insights into financial performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

 

Key Responsibilities:


•    Business Plans, Budget and Forecast :
o    Lead the development of business plans, forecasts, and budgets for order entry, revenue, and margins.
o    Ensure that financial plans are aligned with overall business strategies and objectives.
o    Manage group annual budgeting process for order entry, external revenue, and operating margins, ensuring alignment with business goals.
o    Oversee Rally process, enhancing and maintain detailed group forecasts 
o    Collaborate with Sales and Operations teams to ensure accurate forecasting and reporting of order entry and external revenue
 

•    Management Reporting:
o    Prepare financial reports, providing in-depth analysis of performance against targets and previous year results 
o    Monitor and analyze results, highlighting insights to drive group decisions and enhance group financial performance.
o    Conduct variance analysis and present findings to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
o    Work closely with Group Consolidation to ensure integrated financial planning and reporting.
 

•    Performance Analysis:
o    Lead financial analysis of order entry, external revenue, project margins and operating margins across business lines and RBUs.
o    Analyze and report on profitability by project, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for margin improvement.
o    Provide detailed performance analysis reports to senior management across geographies, offerings and business lines to identify and summarize main business drivers with actionable insights and optimization recommendations
 

•    Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:
o    Liaise with Business Line and RBU management to understand underlying drivers of order entry, revenue, and margin performance.
o    Provide financial insights and recommendations to optimize business decisions and financial outcomes.
o    Serve as a key contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding financial performance of revenue and margins.
 

•    Process Improvement:
o    Continuously evaluate and enhance processes related to order entry, revenue forecasting, and margin analysis.
o    Implement best practices in financial planning and analysis, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with business objectives.
o    Drive automation and improvements in financial reporting systems and tools.

 

 

Key Requirements:
 

•    Education:
o    Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or CPA is preferred.
 

•    Experience:
o    Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with a focus on order entry, revenue, and margins.
o    Previous experience in Management Consulting in a big international consulting firm will be considered a strong advantage.
o    Proven experience in managing complex financial forecasts and business plans.
o    Strong knowledge of financial principles related to revenue recognition, margin analysis, and operational finance.
•    Skills & Competencies:
o    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize large volumes of data.
o    Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and Excel.
o    Strong communication and presentation skills, with experience delivering clear financial insights to senior leadership.
o    Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Anaplan, SAP) is a plus.
o    Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
o    High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.
o    Exceptional ability to create professional-grade PowerPoint presentations for senior management and board-level audiences, communicating complex financial data with clarity and impact.
o    Fluent in English, French is a plus
 

Soft Skills:
•    Strategic thinker with a strong focus on both detail and the broader financial context.
•    Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal oversight.
•    Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders across various levels of the organization.
•    High level of integrity and professionalism in managing confidential financial information.
 

Working Conditions:
•    Joining group FP&A team in Bezons office in Paris, France

 

 

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