FP&A Manager

Who are we? iBanFirst is a fast-growing European fintech that is revolutionizing international payments for SMEs. Founded in 2016, our platform empowers Small & Medium Multinationals (SMMs) to regain control over their payment operations: currency conversion (FX), international transactions, and foreign exchange risk management across 140 countries — quickly, transparently, and securely. We make life easier for SMEs through an advanced technology platform (automation, APIs, AI…) combined with dedicated expertise , offering the best of both worlds: the agility of a SaaS solution and the reliability of a trusted partner. By simplifying complexity, iBanFirst helps thousands of bold companies seize global business opportunities with peace of mind — delivering simplicity, transparency, and security. Key figures 350+ employees across 14 offices in 11 European countries 30+ nationalities represented, average age: 32 10,000 corporate clients trust us €80M in revenue in 2025 , with a target of around €100M in 2026 Profitable for nearly two years Ranked for 7 consecutive years in the Financial Times FT1000 , among the fastest-growing European companies An NPS of 87.5 — an exceptional score in our industry that reflects enthusiastic client feedback on the simplicity, speed, and quality of our service A strong culture built around 4 core values Team First: The complexity of our industry demands collective intelligence. We prioritize cooperation, transparency, and knowledge sharing. Success is a team effort, and decisions are made together. Tenacity: We're transforming a challenging and highly regulated market. It requires endurance, fast learning, and resilience — qualities rooted in our entrepreneurial DNA. Transformation: Innovation is not a buzzword; it's a necessity in a constantly shifting and strategic sector. We innovate with intent: every technical, product, or organizational improvement is designed for real impact. Trust: Trust is the foundation of everything we build — with our clients and, above all, internally. It's driven by ownership, autonomy, and a shared commitment to transparency, rigor, and reliability. Recruitment Context As iBanFirst continues to scale — €80M in revenue, 30% YoY growth, profitable — we are strengthening our Finance function to match the ambition of the business. We are looking for an FP&A Manager to join Arnaud De la Porte (CFO & Deputy CEO) following the departure of the current FP&A Manager. You will inherit a solid foundation and take it further — raising the bar on financial analysis, forecasting quality, and the Finance team's ability to be a true business partner across the organisation. Manager & Team You will report directly to Arnaud De la Porte , CFO & Deputy CEO of iBanFirst. You will manage two FP&A Analysts (1 junior and 1 senior). You will work in close collaboration with the broader Finance team across Paris, Brussels, and London (Controlling, Accounting, Treasury), as well as cross-functional business partners (Sales, Marketing, Operations, Tech). What will you do? As FP&A Manager, you will be the financial intelligence engine of iBanFirst — ensuring the business has the right data, models, and insights to make confident decisions at speed. Reporting & Performance Management Own the monthly and quarterly financial closing and reporting process , delivering clear and actionable P&L analysis to the CFO and senior leadership Build and maintain executive-level dashboards and reports , ensuring leadership has real-time visibility on performance Present financial results and key insights to senior management and the Board Budgeting & Forecasting Lead the annual budget process and rolling forecasts across the group Develop and maintain robust financial models (multi-scenario, multi-country) to support strategic planning Track actuals vs. budget and provide meaningful variance analysis with clear commentary Business Partnering & Strategic Analysis Act as a trusted financial partner to commercial and operational teams — translating numbers into business insights Support go-to-market decisions , new market entries, product economics, and investment cases with rigorous financial analysis Relation with stakeholders Prepare quarterly Board and investor materials , building a rigorous and compelling performance storyline Support fundraising processes end-to-end, from due diligence preparation to data room management Contribute to M&A and strategic transaction analysis: reviewing targets, challenging figures and supporting Q&A Process Improvement & Automation Continuously improve FP&A processes, tools, and reporting infrastructure Identify opportunities to automate and streamline recurring financial tasks, including through AI tools Ensure consistency and integrity of financial data across systems Team Management Coach, develop, and support the FP&A Analysts in their day-to-day work and professional growth Role Objectives First 3 months: Get fully up to speed with iBanFirst's financial model, P&L structure, and existing reporting Deliver your first budget cycle or quarterly close with full ownership Build strong relationships with Arnaud and key business stakeholder Develop a sharp, critical view of the existing FP&A setup — processes, tools, reporting quality — and identify concrete areas for improvement First 6 months: Elevate the quality and speed of FP&A reporting Deliver a refreshed forecasting model and scenario framework Be recognised as a credible financial partner by business teams Start challenging the status quo: what should we do differently? What's missing? What's not good enough? Begin translating these observations into actionable recommendations First 12 months: Own the full FP&A agenda with high autonomy Have a measurable impact on the quality of financial decisions across the group Contribute to at least one strategic or transactional initiative What do you bring? Experience 5+ years of professional experience , with a strong foundation in Transaction Services (or Corporate Finance / Financial Due Diligence) role — followed by FP&A experience in a fast-growing company Track record of building and owning complex financial models under pressure Experience in a scale-up, fintech, or B2B SaaS environment is a strong plus Must-have skills Financial modelling excellence — you build robust, decision-grade models from scratch and know how to make them tell a story Advanced Excel / Google Sheets — you are genuinely fast and precise Analytical rigour — you don't just report numbers; you explain them, challenge them, and turn them into recommendations Business partnering mindset — you are as comfortable in a room with the CFO as with a Country Manager, and you build trust through expertise and clarity Autonomy and ownership — you don't wait to be told; you identify what needs to be done and drive it Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Metabase, Tableau, Looker…) Fluent in both French and English Nice to have Familiarity with multi-entity, multi-currency consolidation Exposure to revenue forecasting in a SaaS / subscription model Experience with AI tools for financial analysis or reporting automation What do we offer? Contract & benefits Permanent contract (CDI) Office location: Paris (Porte Maillot) Hybrid work policy: Office-first culture — 1 to 2 days remote per week Swile meal card AXA health insurance 50% commuter benefit reimbursement RTT (extra paid days off) Gymlib subscription Grow at iBanFirst Work directly with the CFO on strategic and high-stakes financial topics Develop deep expertise in fintech, international payments, and multi-market finance Enjoy real ownership over the FP&A function in a profitable, fast-growing company Thrive in a multicultural environment , with 14 offices across Europe Participate in company-wide events : team offsites, company parties, and regular social activities Recruitment Process Screening call with Malorie Petitjean (Talent Acquisition Specialist) — 30 minutes – remote (Teams) — Purpose: General fit, motivation, salary expectations, availability Interview with Valentin (FP&A Manager) — 45 minutes – remote or in-person — Purpose: Technical finance skills, experience, day-to-day fit Case study & presentation — 45 minutes – remote or in-person — Purpose: Financial modelling, analytical thinking, problem-solving approach Final round with Arnaud De la Porte (CFO & Deputy CEO) — In-person — Purpose: Leadership validation, strategic alignment, long-term potential