What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP Financial Planning and Analysis for Private Equity backed Company position at Confidential?
We are seeking a Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis to join the leadership team of a high-growth, private equity backed company. Reporting directly to the CFO you will partner closely with the CFO, CEO, and private equity sponsor, playing a central role in driving value creation and scaling the business.
This is a high-impact role. You will lead all aspects of FP&A, ensuring the company has best-in-class reporting, forecasting, and performance management processes. You will provide insights that shape strategic decisions, support M&A execution, and deliver the financial discipline required to achieve ambitious growth and EBITDA goals. You will also manage, develop, and inspire a growing FP&A team.
Key Responsibilities
- Build, Lead, develop, and scale the FP&A team.
- Establish best-in-class reporting, forecasting, and performance management processes.
- Own preparation of Board and Operating Review materials.
- Manage financial reporting for internal leadership, private equity sponsors, and lenders.
- Partner on M&A activity from diligence to post-close integration.
- Analyze corporate and field performance, providing forward-looking insights and early warning signals.
- Drive governance for capital allocation, risk assessment, and project prioritization.
Qualifications
- 10 years of progressive finance experience with a focus on FP&A, analytics, and forecasting.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field required; MBA preferred.
- Proven ability to lead and grow high-performing teams.
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; proficiency with BI tools.
- Strong track record of linking financial insights to operational performance and value creation.
- Excellent communication skills; able to present effectively to executives, boards, and financial partners.
- Results-oriented, hands-on leader comfortable in a dynamic, growth environment.