Senior Director, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) - B2B

What's The Role

 

The Liberty Caribbean Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) B2B is a regional role reporting to Liberty Caribbean CFO, will play a critical role in shaping the B2B financial strategy and performance of the company.

 

This position will oversee comprehensive end-to-end financial analysis of our B2B segment (P&L and Liquidity), budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic planning processes for Liberty Caribbean. The Director will partner with senior leadership across the LC organization to provide insights that drive business B2B growth, cost efficiencies, and informed decision-making.

 

The ideal candidate will possess a robust blend of B2B data expertise, strategic B2B thinking, and leadership acumen. This role is pivotal in driving financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making for our B2B segment across the organization. The candidate will leverage data-driven insights to shape corporate objectives and market strategies while leading a high-performing team within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

 

Applicants in the Caribbean region will also be considered as this is a regional role for Liberty Caribbean, and would not be required to relocate from their home island.  

What You'll Do

 

Key Accountabilities

 

Strategic Financial Planning:

• Develop and implement long-term financial strategies for our B2B segment that align with corporate objectives and market trends for both P&L and Liquidity.
• Anticipate financial implications of business decisions and provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership.

Data Expertise and Analysis:

• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in B2B data analysis and interpretation, utilizing data visualization tools and analytics software to present insights and recommendations clearly.
• Drive B2B data-informed decision-making processes, ensuring accurate and actionable insights support business objectives.

Leadership and Team Development:

• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Mentor team members to enhance their analytical capabilities and overall professional growth.

Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving:

• Identify and address financial challenges for our B2B segment with innovative solutions, navigating complex business scenarios effectively.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to shape strategic priorities and financial objectives.
• Lead special projects and ad-hoc analyses as needed to support key initiatives and business plans.

Collaboration and Business Acumen:

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional B2B teams, including operations, marketing, and sales, to align financial goals and objectives.
• Leverage a deep understanding of the B2B telecommunications industry, market dynamics, and competitive landscape to inform financial analyses and business decisions.

Change Management:

• Lead and influence B2B teams through periods of change, ensuring seamless transitions in financial processes and practices.
• Assist in the development and tracking of financial models, scenario analysis, and long-term strategic planning initiatives.
• Mentor and develop B2B FP&A team members, promoting professional growth and knowledge sharing within the team.

Communication and Negotiation Skills:

• Deliver complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders in a clear and compelling manner.
• Negotiate budgets, resources, and objectives with various stakeholders to achieve organizational goals.

Ethical Judgment and Integrity:

• Uphold the highest ethical standards in financial practices, ensuring transparency and compliance across all operations.

What You'll Need

 

Knowledge & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or relevant certification (CMA, CFA) preferred.
• Minimum of 15+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis, preferably within the telecommunications or technology sector or related financial roles within the telecommunications industry or comparable sectors.
• Ideally experience in strategy or management consulting for at least 5 years
• Proven expertise in data analysis, data visualization tools, and analytics platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven experience in leading financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and functions.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex financial data and communicate insights effectively to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior business leaders.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills - focus on attention to detail.
• Strong proficiency in financial planning software like Anaplan, and ERP systems, specifically SAP Hana S4; advanced Excel skills, and experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) are helpful.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

 

Required Critical Competencies and Behaviors| Business Focus

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term financial strategies that align with corporate objectives and market trends, while anticipating the financial implications of business decisions.
• Leadership and Team Development: Strong capability in leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify financial issues, propose actionable solutions, and navigate complex business scenarios effectively.
• Business Acumen: A deep understanding of the telecommunications industry, market dynamics, and competitive landscape, enabling informed financial analyses and business decision support.
• Data Analysis and Interpretation: Proficiency in data-driven analysis, using data visualization tools and analytics software to present insights and recommendations clearly.
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including operations, marketing, and sales, to align financial goals and objectives.
• Change Management: Ability to lead and influence others through periods of change, ensuring smooth transitions in financial processes and practices.
• Negotiation Skills: Competence in negotiating budgets, resources, and objectives with various stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for the organization.
• Ethical Judgment and Integrity: Commitment to upholding ethical standards in all financial practices, ensuring transparency and compliance.

What You'll Need

 

Knowledge & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or relevant certification (CMA, CFA) preferred.
• Minimum of 15+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis, preferably within the telecommunications or technology sector or related financial roles within the telecommunications industry or comparable sectors.
• Ideally experience in strategy or management consulting for at least 5 years
• Proven expertise in data analysis, data visualization tools, and analytics platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, SQL).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven experience in leading financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and functions.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex financial data and communicate insights effectively to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior business leaders.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills - focus on attention to detail.
• Strong proficiency in financial planning software like Anaplan, and ERP systems, specifically SAP Hana S4; advanced Excel skills, and experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) are helpful.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

 

Required Critical Competencies and Behaviors| Business Focus

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term financial strategies that align with corporate objectives and market trends, while anticipating the financial implications of business decisions.
• Leadership and Team Development: Strong capability in leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify financial issues, propose actionable solutions, and navigate complex business scenarios effectively.
• Business Acumen: A deep understanding of the telecommunications industry, market dynamics, and competitive landscape, enabling informed financial analyses and business decision support.
• Data Analysis and Interpretation: Proficiency in data-driven analysis, using data visualization tools and analytics software to present insights and recommendations clearly.
• Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including operations, marketing, and sales, to align financial goals and objectives.
• Change Management: Ability to lead and influence others through periods of change, ensuring smooth transitions in financial processes and practices.
• Negotiation Skills: Competence in negotiating budgets, resources, and objectives with various stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for the organization.
• Ethical Judgment and Integrity: Commitment to upholding ethical standards in all financial practices, ensuring transparency and compliance.

What You'll Do

 

Key Accountabilities

 

Strategic Financial Planning:

• Develop and implement long-term financial strategies for our B2B segment that align with corporate objectives and market trends for both P&L and Liquidity.
• Anticipate financial implications of business decisions and provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership.

Data Expertise and Analysis:

• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in B2B data analysis and interpretation, utilizing data visualization tools and analytics software to present insights and recommendations clearly.
• Drive B2B data-informed decision-making processes, ensuring accurate and actionable insights support business objectives.

Leadership and Team Development:

• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Mentor team members to enhance their analytical capabilities and overall professional growth.

Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving:

• Identify and address financial challenges for our B2B segment with innovative solutions, navigating complex business scenarios effect