Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

About XTEL

XTEL is a leader in advanced, AI-driven solutions for consumer goods companies, combining cutting- edge technology, industry expertise, and data management to accelerate profitable revenue growth and value realization.

Position Overview

A strategic finance partner to the Executive Team, Board, and PE Shareholder — with a hands-on approach to financial planning, technology, and process transformation.

Key Responsibilities

Core FP&A

• Monthly/periodic closing, reporting, and ad-hoc analysis (dashboards, BoD decks, MBR)

• Lead annual budget, mid-term planning, and quarterly rolling forecasts

• Cost control across departments: personnel, Opex, Capex, R&D

• Variance analysis, KPI monitoring, and business performance reporting

• Financial modelling: ROI, gross margin, pro forma, scenario/sensitivity analysis

• Business partnering with Sales, Accounting, and cross-functional teams

ARR & Revenue Cube

• Own the ARR model (new sales, renewals, upsells, churn) with monthly waterfall reporting

• Manage a multi-dimensional Revenue Cube (product, geography, segment, contract type)

• Track and report SaaS KPIs: NRR, GRR, TCV, churn, upsell/expansion rates

Cash Flow & Liquidity

• Own the 13-week rolling cash flow model and long-range liquidity forecast

• Manage annual indirect cash flow model across all Group entities

• Monitor debt covenant compliance and prepare lender reports

Tools & Financial Architecture

• Lead ERP and FP&A platform selection & implementation (e.g., NetSuite)

• Own Group BI infrastructure (e.g., Power BI): dashboards and management reporting

• Ensure data integrity and governance across all financial systems

Process Efficiency & Automation

• Eliminate manual FP&A processes through automation and scalable solutions

• Define robust financial control processes to ensure accuracy and auditability

• Drive finance business partnering across Product, Engineering, Sales, and G&A

AI-Powered Finance

• Champion AI/ML adoption: predictive forecasting, anomaly detection, automated commentary

• Collaborate with Data & Tech teams to embed AI into financial workflows

Corporate Finance & M&A

• Support M&A: financial due diligence, valuation, data rooms, EBITDA bridge analysis

• Contribute to exit preparation alongside PE sponsors and investment banks

• Assist in restructuring, carve-outs, and other extraordinary transactions

Qualifications

• 7+ years in FP&A, controlling, or corporate finance; 3+ years in a senior/leadership role

• SaaS / recurring revenue experience — essential

• PE-backed company experience — strongly preferred

• Proven track record in M&A, due diligence, and exit preparation

• Experience with ERP/FP&A system implementations; proficiency in BI tools (Power BI)

• Advanced Excel; Python or SQL a plus

• Genuine interest in AI-powered finance and automation

• Fluent in English; Italian and any other additional languages are a plus

Personal Attributes

Analytically rigorous, commercially minded, strong communicator — comfortable presenting to Boards and investors. A self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, international, PE-backed environments with a forward-looking attitude toward technology and AI.

What We Offer

• Hybrid work set-up in Leuven

• Flexible working hours

• Competitive Salary Package and Bonus scheme

• A challenging role in a fast-growing AI-driven company

• A diverse and international team with strong ownership and a can-do mentality

• Opportunities to contribute meaningfully to the organization’s growth and development

Equal Opportunities Statement

If you have strengths to share, we’d love to hear from you. We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, so don’t hesitate to apply even if you don’t meet all criteria.

XTEL is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.