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F5 is seeking an FP&A Analyst (FP&A III level) to join the EMEA Financial Planning & Analysis team. This role supports EMEA Sales, Marketing, and G&A functions, reporting into the Chief Revenue Officer and broader CFO organization. You will be instrumental in helping F5 deliver its strategic objectives through financial planning, analysis, and insights.
Key responsibilities include:
• Manage OPEX budget planning and forecasting, including headcount planning and strategic partnerships with business owners to support go-to-market organization financial success
• Conduct contribution margin analysis and reporting, including sales discount metrics and revenue mix analysis
• Deliver quarterly EMEA theatre-level performance reporting with focus on key drivers and variances
• Develop and enhance financial models to support complex financial analysis and strategic decision-making
• Lead cross-functional financial projects collaborating with stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, Field Marketing, People & Culture, and Accounting
• Prepare executive presentations summarizing financial performance and providing operational and strategic recommendations
• Analyze market trends and competitive positioning to inform strategic planning and investment decisions
• Ensure monthly closing results are complete and accurate, with clear understanding of trends, variances, and actionable recommendations
• Produce standardized and ad-hoc reports collaborating with EMEA TVP, RVPs, Field Marketing leadership, and P&C on OPEX drivers, risks, opportunities, productivity, and profitability metrics
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency or quality of financial insight
• Foster teamwork and collaboration across the finance function and broader organization
You will work in a hybrid environment based in Addlestone, with an expectation of 30 days per quarter in the office.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• 3+ years of experience in FP&A
• Work history sufficient for FP&A III level role
• Strong financial and technical acumen with understanding of key financial terms and their interactions
• Business partnering and stakeholder management skills with ability to drive accountability and transparent communication
• Advanced business and data analysis skills including Excel modeling, database work, and ability to build complex reports
• Ability to derive clear, well-supported recommendations from detailed financial analysis
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with comfort presenting to senior leadership
• Proficiency in data visualization and dashboard design (PowerPoint, BI tools)
• Experience with ERP systems and BI tools (PowerBI preferred), Excel, SQL, and AI tools
• Ability to collaborate across multiple markets and functions
• Potentially in-progress study of relevant accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA) is a plus
