Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Director of FP&A - AmeriQual Group – Evansville, IN

Drive strategy. Influence growth. Build the future of finance.

AmeriQual Group is seeking a strategic, hands-on Director of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead our forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning functions in a fast-paced, private equity–backed environment. This is a high-impact leadership role with direct visibility to the CFO, executive team, Board of Directors, and investors.

If you’re a finance leader who thrives on turning data into actionable insights—and wants a seat at the table where key business decisions are made—this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact on growth, profitability, and long-term value creation.

Why AmeriQual?

• High visibility & impact – Work directly with executive leadership, investors, and the Board
• Growth environment – Be part of a fast-moving, PE-backed company focused on value creation
• Strategic influence – Help shape key decisions around pricing, operations, capital, and growth
• Strong culture – Collaborative, results-driven team with a focus on continuous improvement
• Competitive compensation & benefits – Including generous PTO and career development opportunities

What You’ll Do

Partner at the Highest Levels

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO and executive leadership team, delivering insights on performance, risks, and opportunities
• Translate complex operational drivers—volume, pricing, labor, plant efficiency, commodities—into clear financial outcomes
• Support lender relationships, including covenant compliance, liquidity forecasting, and refinancing efforts

Lead Planning & Performance Management

• Own and lead the annual budget, monthly forecast, and long-range planning processes
• Build and maintain integrated financial models (P&L, cash flow, balance sheet)
• Deliver weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting with insight-driven variance analysis
• Develop KPIs and dashboards to improve visibility and decision-making across the business
• Drive automation and scalability using tools like Prophix and Sage X3

Engage with Private Equity & the Board

• Prepare and present board-level materials and investor-ready reporting
• Clearly articulate EBITDA drivers, working capital trends, and strategic initiatives
• Support PE sponsors with deep-dive analyses, value creation tracking, and strategic reviews

Drive Results & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and execute opportunities to enhance EBITDA, improve margins, and optimize cost structure
• Lead analysis across key cost drivers: labor, commodities, freight, and overhead
• Support M&A activity, including modeling, diligence, and integration planning
• Build and lead a high-performing FP&A team, while modernizing processes and strengthening data integrity
• Champion a data-driven culture across the organization

What We’re Looking For

• 8–12 years of progressive finance experience, including FP&A leadership
• Experience in manufacturing, food/CPG, or industrial environments strongly preferred
• Background in a private equity–backed company highly desirable
• Proven ability to present to and influence executives, Board members, and investors
• Advanced expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and operational finance
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and plant-level drivers
• Experience with Sage X3, Prophix, or similar FP&A/ERP systems
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
• A high ownership mindset with urgency, accountability, and leadership presence

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to: Sit or stand for extended periods of time; Use a computer, keyboard, and mouse regularly; Lift and carry light items (commonly 10–20 lbs, such as files, laptops, or office supplies); Read, interpret, and respond to written and digital information (documents, screens, reports); Communicate clearly in person, over the phone, and via email; Have normal or corrected vision and hearing sufficient for typical office tasks; Maintain focus and perform repetitive tasks.Work is completed in a facility where nuts, fruits, and other allergens are present.

Competitive salary, generous paid time off, career development, and excellent benefit package available. Visit www.ameriqualgroup.com/careers for more information and to apply today!

AmeriQual Group is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business need. We prohibit unlawful discrimination and provide accommodations as required by law.