Description
As the Director of FP&A and Strategic Finance, you will be a key leader in driving financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making for the organization. Reporting to the VP of Finance, you will partner with cross-functional teams to provide data-driven insights, forecasting, and financial modeling that align with our business goals. You will manage and develop a high-performing FP&A team, supporting various departments and leading the development of annual and long-term financial plans. This role is pivotal to ensuring the financial health and growth of the company through strategic analysis and a proactive approach to financial planning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and long-range planning processes.
- Serve as a strategic finance partner to senior leadership, providing recommendations based on financial analysis to support key business decisions and long-term growth.
- Develop and maintain financial models to analyze business trends, market conditions, and company performance, producing actionable insights and recommendations.
- Drive the development and execution of the annual operating budget and financial forecasting processes.
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis, KPI tracking, and ad hoc analysis for the executive team and board.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders across departments, including Accounting, Sales, Operations, and Product, to provide financial guidance, support, and recommendations.
- Identify and evaluate strategic initiatives, potential investments, and M&A opportunities, including conducting financial due diligence and supporting post-merger integration.
- Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance in financial reporting and analysis by implementing and optimizing financial tools and processes.
- Manage and mentor a team of FP&A professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and development
Why Join Us?
- Be a strategic leader at a dynamic and growing company.
- Opportunity to shape the FP&A function and drive critical business decisions.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including performance-based incentives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or corporate finance, with a strong background in financial modeling and analysis.
- Proven experience in a leadership role, managing and developing high-performing teams.
- Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and a strategic mindset.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and partner effectively with executives and cross-functional teams.
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis; experience with ERP and financial planning tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Adaptive Insights) is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of GAAP and financial compliance requirements.