Financial, Planning & Analysis Manager

CARMA Media Insight is a global leader in media intelligence, providing cutting-edge media monitoring and analysis solutions to clients worldwide. We are looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to play a key role in strategic financial planning, business performance analysis, and data-driven decision-making within our rapidly evolving industry.

This role requires a deep understanding of media intelligence business models, including subscription-based revenues, SaaS pricing, data acquisition costs, and data analytics. The ideal candidate will be able to interpret complex financial data and translate it into actionable insights that drive profitability, operational efficiency, and strategic growth.

Roles and Responsibilities

Financial Forecasting & Budgeting:

1. Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models that capture key revenue drivers such as subscription renewals, client churn rates, and new customer acquisition.
2. Collaborate with the commercial and product teams to ensure budgeting aligns with revenue targets and cost structures, considering the scalability of digital and AI-driven services.
3. Monitor client contract terms, pricing structures, and multi-region revenue streams to improve financial projections and identify risks/opportunities.
4. Perform scenario analysis for new product launches, pricing adjustments, and market expansion.
5. Prepare rolling forecasts to adjust financial projections based on real-time business performance and external market trends.

Financial & Business Performance Analysis:

1. Track and analyze key financial and operational metrics such as Customer Lifetime Value (CLV), Cost Per Acquisition (CPA), and Gross Margin per product line.
2. Conduct revenue leakage analysis by assessing billing cycles, discount structures, and unpaid invoices.
3. Work closely with commercial teams to evaluate contract profitability, pricing models, and client retention strategies.
4. Provide ROI analysis on marketing campaigns and business development initiatives to optimize spending efficiency.
5. Identify cost optimization opportunities, particularly in data acquisition, content processing, and AI-driven analytics tools.

Data Analytics & Strategic Decision Support:

1. Develop automated financial dashboards that provide real-time insights into revenue, expenses, and operational KPIs.
2. Provide financial input in investment decisions related to AI-powered analytics, new market entry, and software infrastructure upgrades.
3. Conduct benchmarking analysis against industry competitors to guide decision-making.

Compliance, Governance & Process Improvements:

1. Ensure adherence to IFRS reporting standards and internal financial policies.
2. Strengthen internal financial controls to prevent revenue misallocation and data access discrepancies.
3. Work closely with finance and technology teams to ensure seamless integration between financial systems, CRM, and business intelligence tools.
4. Support funding and investment discussions by preparing financial presentations for executive leadership.

Competencies

Core Competencies

1. Financial acumen
2. Analytical skills
3. Systems proficiency
4. Negotiation skills
5. Problem-solving

Behavioral Skills

1. Attention to Details
2. Accountability and Ownership
3. Stress Management
4. Communication
5. Taking Initiatives
6. Customer Focused Communication

Technical Competencies/Skills

1. Excellent command of English
2. Excellent report writing and presentation skills
3. Good understanding of PR & Communication, and their measurement best practices

Job Requirements

1. Experience in FP&A within a media intelligence, SaaS, or technology-driven business is highly preferred.
2. Strong understanding of subscription-based revenue models, churn analysis, and contract lifecycle management.
3. Expertise in forecasting models, scenario planning, and financial reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, Adaptive Insights, or similar).
4. Proficiency in financial modeling, pricing analysis, and revenue recognition principles specific to digital content and AI-driven analytics.
5. Strong command of Excel, SQL, and financial planning software.