Director FP&A

The Global Headquarters for Volvo Financial Services is seeking a Director Global Financial Planning and Analysis to provide leadership and development of the Financial Planning and Analysis team within the Volvo Financial Services Global HQ Finance Department.


What you will do
As a Director Global Financial Planning and Analysis, you will be responsible for financial and business analyses, guiding the department in achieving its goals, ensuring adherence to both internal and external deadlines, collaborating with the Director of Data Visualization and Analytics, and supporting the professional development of our global network of finance professionals.
Together with your colleagues at VFS and in the broad cross-functional network at the Volvo Group, your starting point will be to take responsibilities in the following areas:
Leads and coaches Global Financial Planning and Analysis team
Mentors global HQ, region HQ, and local market analysts on topics such as pricing, modeling, and professional development
Leads ongoing development of the VFS Finance Academy and supports the effort to ensure that all VFS finance professionals receive appropriate training
Promotes transformation in Global HQ finance function through use of dashboard technology and RPA solutions
Oversees harmonization of data definitions in VFS Data Lake and supports markets in becoming compliant
Proposes market and region profitability targets and measures
Manages global planning process throughout the year, including monthly short-term forecasts and annual budget
Owner of global reserve model and associated documentation; works alongside others in the finance function to update model as new accounting pronouncements arise
Monitors and performs analysis on local market pricing assumptions, including risk and servicing cost factors
Oversees compilation and analysis of publicly available information pertaining to competitor performance and directs presentation of findings to senior management
Provides effective and concise analysis of company’s financial position which results in proactive recommendations to business leaders
Supports finance function in developing executive information, reporting, and measurements for financial and non-financial data
Continues to develop VFS financial policies and procedures to ensure all financial transactions are controlled, tracked, reported, and analyzed in a timely manner, in accordance with Volvo’s Financial Policies and Procedures
Performs ad hoc reporting and analysis in support of the CFO, Chief Credit Officer, SVP Communications, etc.
Works effectively in a small and focused team with exposure to international markets and senior management
Travels internationally (20% or less)
Models The Volvo Way and ensures The Code of Conduct is followed
Other duties and projects may be assigned


Your future team
You will report directly to the Vice President Global Financial Planning and Analysis. In VFS, we demonstrate a clear vision to continue Transforming Together, a global mindset and a proven track record of successfully developing people, teams, culture, and leadership.
In many of our markets, VFS has won the Great Place To Work award, where Great Work is done. By interacting with each other as an on-site business, we build relationships, which allow us to work together more efficiently and form stronger bonds with our colleagues and customers. This position is located in Gothenburg, Sweden.

Who are you?
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, we believe it is the right mindset that will make a difference at VFS. If you, besides your genuine interest in working with people in Transforming Together, also have a positive, service-oriented, and collaborative mindset, and take a proactive approach to handling all responsibilities, idea generation, and recommendations for productivity and efficiency, then we would welcome you to apply for this role.
We believe the successful candidate has an effective level of ambition and ability to understand team and corporate objectives, proven organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and work effectively on multiple tasks in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, demonstrates superior verbal and interpersonal communication skills as well as ability handling confidential information and working with a high level of integrity and ethics. You also have proven experience including problem solving, research and analysis.

Qualifications likely required to be successful in this role include:
BS/BA in Finance/Accounting or related field is required. CPA and/or MBA preferred.
15+ years progressive experience in financial services industry
5+ years of experience with Volvo Financial Services or another captive finance company
Multi-national corporate work experience strongly preferred
Proven leadership competency demonstrated by successful managerial experience
Innovative problem solving coupled with strong analytical and quantitative abilities
Demonstrated ability to achieve goals with minimum supervision
Proficient in MS Office, with advanced knowledge in Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with Hyperion Essbase, data visualization tools, and RPA technology
Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English; additional languages a plus
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with exposure to various business settings
Integrity and unquestionable ethics
Multicultural awareness


What’s in it for you?
We offer a solid and competitive package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy a diverse working environment with a culture of care and inclusion. As an investment, we support your personal development and growth to achieve your career aspirations. Volvo Financial Services is an on-site business and we understand that you might need occasional or temporary flexibility, which your leader is equipped to manage and fits well to our culture, as being together enables us to build upon our innovative and collaborative culture, as well as develop you for continued success.
Ready for the next move?
If you want to make a real impact in your career, Volvo Financial Services is where you want to be. We look forward to meeting you.

Last Application Date: 2024-07-03


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