Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis

Our client is seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis to join their leadership team during an exciting phase of organizational growth and operational evolution.

This highly visible role will serve as a key financial partner to executive leadership, helping shape business strategy through advanced financial planning, operational analysis and decision support.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience within manufacturing, inventory-driven, or product-based environments and thrives in a fast-paced setting where both strategic leadership and hands-on execution are required.

This opportunity is ideal for a finance leader who enjoys building structure, improving processes, mentoring teams, and driving meaningful business impact across a global organization.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to executive leadership, the Senior Director of FP&A will lead enterprise-wide budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling and strategic planning initiatives while partnering closely with operations, accounting, and business leaders across the organization.

The role will also play a critical part in strengthening overall financial infrastructure, supporting growth initiatives, and enhancing executive visibility into company performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the company’s annual budgeting and forecasting processes across multiple business units and operational functions

• Partner cross-functionally with leadership teams to evaluate financial performance, identify opportunities, and support strategic decision-making

• Deliver meaningful financial insights, reporting, and recommendations to executive leadership

• Develop and maintain financial models, KPI dashboards, long-range planning tools, and performance analytics to support business growth

• Conduct detailed variance analysis, trend analysis, profitability reviews, and operational financial reporting

• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen financial controls, and drive operational efficiencies

• Support strategic initiatives including acquisitions, integrations, capital investments, and business expansion opportunities

• Provide leadership and mentorship to a high-performing FP&A team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required

• 7–12 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or strategic finance leadership roles

• Prior experience within manufacturing, distribution, inventory-driven or product-based organizations strongly preferred

• Demonstrated success leading budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and executive-level financial analysis

• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational execution

• Proven leadership experience with a track record of developing teams and influencing cross-functional stakeholders

• Advanced Excel expertise required

• Experience with financial planning and reporting platforms

• Strong capabilities in financial modeling, data analysis, forecasting, and reporting automation