Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.
We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.
We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com
Experian is looking for a Senior Vice President, FP&A and Strategic Finance to report to our North America Chief Financial Officer. As a key member of the North American finance executive team, you will lead all aspects of financial planning for Experian's North America portfolio of businesses with over $5 billion in revenue and more than $1.5B EBIT. This role is critical to driving strategic clarity, sustainable growth, and operational excellence across our North American operations, which represent a significant portion of our global footprint. The ideal candidate will bring strategic acumen, deep financial expertise, and a collaborative leadership style to help scale our global data and technology business in a fast-evolving market. This is a people leadership role with a geographically dispersed team of 10.
The ideal candidate will be based on the West Coast-preferably in California-and while remote work is supported, regular travel to our Costa Mesa office is expected.
Key Responsibilities:
Regional Financial Strategy & Leadership
Partner closely with the regional CEO, CFO and finance leaders in the business to drive financial strategy, ensuring alignment with global growth priorities and capital allocation frameworks.
Partner with global and regional leaders to evaluate strategic investments, partnerships, and M&A opportunities within the region.
Represent North America in global finance forums, contributing insights and recommendations to executive discussions.
Partner with our Chief Economist on identifying macroeconomic trends, our Chief Strategy Officer to align financial and strategic plans, and our Investor Relations team on quarterly results announcements.
Strategic Business Partnership
Be a trusted advisor to North American business unit leaders, translating financial insights into actionable strategies across product, sales, marketing, and operations.
Drive robust competitor comparisons in partnership with business unit leaders.
Provide financial modeling and scenario analysis to evaluate business decisions, investments and strategic initiatives.
FP&A Execution & Optimization
Own the budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis processes for North America, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and agility.
Lead a high-achieving regional FP&A team, promoting a culture of analytical rigor and business partnership.
Implement scalable financial systems and tools to support real-time decision-making and scenario planning.
Ensure prudent management of regional costs, including all corporate functions and contact center.
Governance, Compliance & Reporting
Ensure compliance with global financial policies, FTSE reporting standards, and regional regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with global Accounting, Tax, and Treasury teams to ensure seamless financial operations and reporting integrity.
15+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, or related financial leadership roles, ideally within a high-growth tech, SaaS, or data platform company.
Experience leading finance functions in a publicly traded company, preferably with global operations.
Strong command of financial modeling, analytics, and enterprise performance management platforms.
Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and communicate effectively with executive audiences.
Demonstrated success in leading finance teams and driving strategic transformation in complex environments.
MBA, CFA, CPA, or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
Benefits/Perks
Comprehensive executive level total rewards package
Hybrid work environment - West Coast, ideally CA based. #LI-Hybrid
Flexible time off including unlimited vacation, volunteer time off, and 12 paid holidays
Explore all our exciting benefits here: https://yourexperianbenefits.com/cand-index.html
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people's agenda very seriously and focus on what matters: DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people-first approach is award-winning: Great Place To Work in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to Work, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars), to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social media or our careers site to understand why.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay range for this position is listed above. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education. This position is also eligible for a variable pay opportunity and a comprehensive benefits package.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all groups protected under applicable federal, state and local law, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our inclusive workforce allows everyone to succeed and bring their whole self to work. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
