FP&A Director

Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven FP&A Director to join our dynamic and high-growth finance team. As the FP&A Director, you will play a pivotal role in driving the financial planning and analysis function, supporting our company's strategic decision-making process. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will be responsible for providing accurate and timely financial insights, forecasts, and recommendations to facilitate informed business decisions.

The ideal candidate is a proven “finisher” that is eager to build a professional finance and planning function for a high-growth company and is not afraid to roll up their sleeves to do whatever is needed. This will be accomplished utilizing a combination of best practices gleaned from the individual’s experience as well as the individual’s ability to identify, propose, and implement creative and novel solutions to do more with less, quickly.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the financial planning and analysis function, developing and implementing financial models, tools, and processes to drive insightful analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and long-term financial plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and scenario modeling, to identify risks and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Develop and present comprehensive financial reports, including monthly/quarterly management reports, financial statements, and ad-hoc analyses to senior leadership.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), financial metrics, and industry trends to identify areas for improvement and drive strategic initiatives.
• Provide strategic guidance and financial insights on investment decisions, capital allocation, pricing strategies, and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance financial processes, systems, and controls, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and accounting standards.
• Partner with CFO and Controller to operationalize key accounting and financial data throughout organization, all the way down to the plant floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. MBA or CFA qualification is a plus.
• 5-10 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 2 years of investment banking, consulting, and/or private equity experience.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis.
• Experience with leveraged businesses is a must.
• Experience with contract manufacturing businesses is a plus.
• Excellent understanding of corporate finance principles and valuation techniques.
• Proven track record of providing strategic financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Advanced proficiency in financial analysis tools and systems (e.g., Excel, PowerBI, ERP systems).
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong business acumen and ability to understand the broader business context.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and high-growth environment.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in ambiguity and be a consistent problem-solver.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Collaborative nature, goal-driven orientation, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Proven ability to develop effective relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Unwavering personal integrity and willingness to report material concerns.