Head of FP&A and Pricing

Head of FP&A and Pricing

SWIFT

Brussels, Belgium

The Head of FP&A and Pricing leads major transformation initiatives, strengthens financial governance and continuously improves processes to enhance transparency and strategic impact across Swift. As a people leader, the role builds and develops a high‑performing team with strong analytical and business‑partnering capabilities. The role may also represent Swift externally with auditors, partners, industry bodies and other key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Direction

• Partner with the CFO, CEO and Board to shape Swift’s financial strategy and long‑term vision;
• Translate the company strategy and Operating Plan into mid‑ and long‑term financial objectives, ensuring the FP&A organisation drives clarity, alignment, and measurable impact;
• Serve as a key advisor on growth, investment prioritisation and financial sustainability.

Transformation & Major Initiatives

• Lead major cross‑functional financial initiatives, including transformation programmes, performance‑management improvements and optimisation of forecasting/budgeting processes;
• Oversee implementation, monitor progress and ensure delivery of high‑quality outcomes.

Executive Reporting & Insights

• Prepare and deliver executive‑level financial presentations and reporting for the CEO, Executive Committee and Board of Directors;
• Ensure timely, accurate and insightful financial information that supports strategic and operational decision‑making.

Process Excellence & Governance

• Oversee FP&A processes to ensure robust financial governance, operational excellence and ESG‑aligned reporting;
• Continuously refine methodologies to streamline operations, enhance transparency and strengthen data‑driven decision‑making across Swift.

Budgeting, Forecasting, Pricing & Performance Management

• Define divisional budget guidelines, review business cases and challenge assumptions to ensure alignment with company priorities;
• Lead the annual budgeting cycle and rolling forecast process, ensuring high‑quality financial insight and recommending reallocation of resources where needed;
• Define prices for new offerings and review prices for the existing product portfolio in alignment with the company business strategy;
• Drive KPI definition, tracking and evolution to support executive visibility and strategic focus.

Leadership & People Development

• Build and develop a high‑performing FP&A team with strong analytical capability and business‑partnering mentality;
• Foster a culture of clarity, collaboration, continuous learning and accountability;
• Act as a leadership role model, contributing to talent development across finance and beyond.

External Representation

• Represent Swift externally when required, maintaining strong professional credibility and building relevant relationships with partners, auditors, industry bodies and stakeholders.

Requirements:

• University degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related field;
• Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., MBA, CFA) is an asset;
• At least 15 years of experience in Finance within a complex international environment;
• Minimum 8 years in a senior financial leadership role, preferably within technology, payments, or financial services;
• Proven experience leading FP&A functions, driving strategic planning cycles, managing large budgets and influencing executive decision‑making.