Financial Planning and Analysis Manager (For independent contractors)

Please note, this is a 9-month assignment for freelancers, requiring a 2-3 day per week office presence

In this role you are part of a dynamic and fast-paced team and will report to the Director of Corporate FP&A of Booking.com, being part of a high performing team of highly motivated and successful professionals that work very closely with their respective stakeholders and business partners.

We are looking for a resourceful and analytical colleague to own and drive the forecasting and budgeting cycles, maintain a coherent FP&A cadence, and oversee key projects that drive corporate fp&a initiatives. Acting as the right hand of the Director, this role also includes producing financial reports, improving financial processes, and ensuring the quality of P&L data, but also being the main contact with Booking Holdings in relation to processes and projects. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Planning and MEC Process:

• Manage Forecast/Budget Cycle Process: Oversee the entire forecasting and budgeting cycles

  
  

• Ensure delivery of MEC CFO Deck: Coordinate, prepare and deliver monthly MEC presentations for the CFO, summarizing financial performance and key insights.

  
  

• Deliver key monthly/quarterly/annually reporting: Produce and present financial reports for strategic business reviews (SB), audits, and quarterly business reviews (QBR).

  
  

• Process Improvement: Lead initiatives to improve financial processes, focusing on intercompany processes (ICO), financial loads, budgeting, planning, and forecasting reporting and tooling (BP&F).

Project Management:

• Manage Corporate-Led Projects: Lead and manage key corporate projects such as profit center launches, allocation models (regional, vertical, revenue contribution), profitability and intercompany projects.

  
  

• Liaise with BHI FP&A: Collaborate with BHI FP&A on P&L alignments, brand projects, and other strategic initiatives.

P&L Quality:

• Ensure Data Quality: Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data in the P&L, implementing checks and balances to maintain high-quality financial reporting.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  
  

• Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting techniques

  
  

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial planning software (e.g., SAP, OneStream, G Suite).

  
  

• Strong understanding of digital tools and platforms, with the ability to apply new technology to solve problems and increase operational efficiency

  
  

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

  
  

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

  
  

• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.

Requirements:

• Proven experience (typically 10+ years) in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or related roles, preferably within a publicly traded company or large complex organization.

  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.

  
  

• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and financial modeling techniques.

  
  

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel / Google sheets and financial planning software; experience with ERP systems

  
  

• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy, integrity, and compliance in financial reporting and analysis.

  
  

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with cross-functional teams.

  
  

• Ability to understand, work with and proactively advise and influence senior business partners;

  
  

• Sees the headlines or big picture whilst having attention for the details;

  
  

• Strong team-working skills with ability to work independently;

  
  

• Comfortable working in cross-functional teams

  
  

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.

  
  

• Self-driven mentality, proactive and results-oriented.

  
  

• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.

  
  

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.