Director of Finance ( FMCG / FP&A / Finance / Hybrid ) - Philadelphia, PA

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Oversight

• Lead the development of financial strategies that support long-term business objectives.
  

• Oversee annual budgeting, long-range planning, and forecasting efforts across the organization.
  

• Present financial insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership, including the CFO.
  

• Simplify complex financial data into clear, actionable business strategies focused on growth and profitability.
  

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Manage the full FP&A cycle, including budgets, forecasts, and regular financial reviews.
  

• Lead financial modeling, scenario planning, and sensitivity analysis to guide key decisions and capital allocation.
  

• Incorporate operational and commercial inputs—such as pricing, volume, and margin drivers—into forecasts.
  

• Deliver accurate monthly reports, dashboards, KPIs, and performance analyses.
  

• Act as a business partner across departments, linking strategy with financial execution and outcomes.
  

• Help embed financial accountability and operational discipline across the company.
  

Team Leadership & Development

• Build and lead a strong FP&A team that aligns with business goals.
  

• Create a culture of ownership, continuous learning, and results.
  

• Define clear goals and development paths to coach and retain top finance talent.
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  

• 10 years of progressive finance experience, including at least 5 years in a senior FP&A or corporate finance role—preferably in consumer goods or manufacturing.
  

• Strong experience in financial modeling, strategic planning, and executive-level business partnering.
  

• Skilled in ERP platforms and data tools such as JDE, Tableau, or similar.
  

• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels.
  

• Proven ability to lead teams and drive cross-functional alignment.
  

What You Bring

• A strategic, big-picture mindset paired with operational understanding.
  

• Strong leadership and coaching skills to help grow the next generation of finance talent.
  

• A track record of improving processes, driving accountability, and delivering measurable results.
  

• High integrity, curiosity, and resilience in navigating change and complexity.