Head of Strategic & Corporate Finance

We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially driven Head of Corporate & Strategic Finance to lead our global Group FP&A function. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving financial planning, performance analysis, and strategic insight across the Group. You will play a pivotal role in supporting executive decision-making and ensuring financial alignment with the company’s growth objectives. Reporting to the VP, FP&A with 4 Direct reports and a team of 7, this role will play an important part in increasing commerciality across the organisation, rolling out best-in-class analysis, reporting and planning practices, and strengthening relationships between Finance and the business.

• Develop and lead long-term financial planning, forecasting, and scenario analysis. Coordinate with business unit finance teams to consolidate plans and ensure alignment.
• Provide financial insight to guide strategic decision-making and drive sustainable growth. Develop and maintain robust financial models, scenario analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Deliver high-quality financial reporting and analysis to senior leadership, the Board, and key stakeholders including investor relations.
• Act as a strategic partner to the CFO, Chief People Officer, Chief Technology Officer & Chief Legal Officer, and other senior executives by delivering financial insights that shape strategic decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, tools, and systems (e.g., ERP, planning software). Champion automation, data integrity, and process efficiency to enhance decision-making capabilities.
• Lead and develop a high-performing FP&A team with a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Evaluate and potential M&A with support from the business and lead due diligence.
• Manage internal investment governance, including business case development and ROI analysis.
• Oversee the procurement team to transform the S2P process and achieve cost savings across the organization. Lead impairment analysis and other forecasting requirements needed for quarterly reporting

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field; MBA, CFA, or CPA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in corporate finance, investment banking, or strategic finance roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership positionExceptional analytical, modeling, and valuation skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities, including executive-level reporting
• Strong knowledge of planning and performance processes, including annual budget, periodic forecast and business reviews
• Strong working knowledge of accounting, controlling and finance operations
• Strong financial modelling skills, with the ability to translate commercial plans and activities into relevant financial models and analyses
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build trust at senior level and act as a change agent across teams
• Experience driving process change with non-finance stakeholders and continually striving for best in class processes 
• A resilient character who can thrive in a high paced and energetic environment
• Desire to understand the details of the Business and help bring Bumble’s ambitious plans to life