Director - Financial Planning & Analysis

About the Role

The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is a strategic finance leader responsible for enterprise-level financial planning, forecasting, and performance management across assigned business units. This role partners closely with executive leadership and operating department heads to deliver forward-looking financial insights, identify risks and opportunities, and support data-driven decision-making aligned with organizational objectives. Essential Responsibilities Lead annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range planning processes across assigned business areas. Serve as a strategic finance partner to senior leadership and operating executives, providing clear financial insights and recommendations. Perform detailed variance analysis, scenario modeling, and sensitivity analysis to support decision-making. Evaluate capital investments, including ROI, payback, and post-implementation performance. Develop and present executive-ready financial analyses, dashboards, and materials for leadership and governance forums. Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of financial data, assumptions, and models. Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, systems, reporting, and automation. Lead, mentor, and develop FP&A managers and analysts, establishing best-in-class analytical and reporting standards. Skills & Technical Capabilities Advanced expertise in financial modeling, forecasting methodologies, and driver-based planning. Strong knowledge of data analytics, business intelligence, and financial systems supporting enterprise decision-making. Experience leveraging automation, advanced analytics, and artificial intelligence tools to improve forecast accuracy, productivity, and insight generation. Demonstrated judgment in interpreting AI-generated outputs, validating assumptions, and ensuring appropriate governance and controls. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required. MBA, CPA