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The Playtype Finance Lead serves as a critical advisor on the Global Publishing and finance teams and is a pivotal role responsible for driving financial excellence, performance and strategic alignment for all Studios within their Playtype, from senior management to operational teams. Acting as a key business partner, this leader will ensure financial oversight, strategic thinking, team upskilling, and value creation for the group while contributing to the long-term success and scalability of the Playtype.
Job Responsibility:
Lead financial performance for all Studios in the playtype, including full strategic evolution of IP and studios, pricing, development and production strategy, forecasting/budget cycles, long-range planning, and cash performance analysis
Provide insightful financial analysis, performance monitoring, and forward-looking recommendations to support decision-making, optimize resources, and drive sustainable growth
Deliver actionable insights through financial models, dashboards, and KPIs
Own the net group contributive margin of key Intellectual Properties (IPs), providing sharp financial insight to identify growth areas using data
Drive systematic Return on Investment (ROI) evaluations for development projects, recommend optimal pricing strategies (MSRP), and oversee flexibility margin, cash flow, and manufacturing strategies
Promote data-driven decision making and financial literacy across the business
Expand the tailored metrics and the reliance on data beyond financials to steer performance of the Playtype
Partner directly with Publishing and Playtype leadership to align execution of strategic initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A) integration activities
Oversee IP management, ensuring compliance with legal, tax, and impairment requirements in both consolidated and local accounts
Serve as a finance business partner for the Playtype, ensuring strategic alignment and support for the SVP and Studio leadership while actively challenging decisions with data-driven insights
Develop a deep understanding of the Playtype’s business model and value creation mechanisms, contributing to the sustainable growth and optimization of its products within the group
Challenge assumptions to support and drive the Playtype leadership decisions to ensure alignment around common
Identify drivers of business performance and recommend corrective actions
Support the Playtype to build investments for revenue growth, action plan for margin improvement or costs optimization initiatives
Partner with operational teams to develop business cases and investment appraisals
Act as the main financial liaison of the Playtype for group, publishing, distribution and local finance teams
Consolidate monthly financial performance for the Playtype, maintaining an agenda of quarterly Business Reviews with the Business SVP, Heads of Studios, and Local studio Controllers
Monitor actual performance vs. budget/forecast, highlighting risks and opportunities
Prepare clear and concise management reports tailored to stakeholders
Ensure reporting accuracy and compliance with company policies and standards
Support financial package control for smaller studios without local Publishing Controllers, securing consistency and high standards of reporting across the Playtype
Align with the Central Publishing finance team to implement information flow, effective, smooth and efficient reporting process
Build strong, trusted relationships with business leaders and finance counterparts
Requirements:
8+ years of experience in financial analysis / FP&A roles
3+ years’ experience in business partnering
Proven track record of working with senior stakeholders
Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CA/CPA preferred)
Solid knowledge of financial systems, reporting tools, and key industry metrics (KPI, EBITDA, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to manage multi-studio or multi-business unit finances
Experience working in a global or matrixed organization is a strong plus
Strong financial technical skills and a forward-looking, understanding of business trends & metrics
Proven experience in all aspects of Finance with an understanding of financial processes and controls and strong financial modelling and analytical skills
Data and Analytics: Ability to synchronize and manage data from various sources to ensure accuracy and consistency
Proficiency in Excel and BI tools
Excellent business partnering skills, with experience supporting senior leadership and cross-functional teams
Strong business acumen with the ability to link financials to operational drivers
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence
Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented mindset
Proven ability to build strong partnerships and foster collaboration with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Adept at balancing competing priorities and interests while ensuring ongoing alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives
Strong operational coordination skills, with a focus on driving efficiency and progressive outcomes
Ability to think strategically and develop long-term plans that align with the company’s goals
Focus on change management and ability to onboard teams
Demonstrated expertise in driving change management initiatives, with the ability to guide teams through transitions smoothly and effectively
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