What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, FP&A - Hybrid position at IPG?
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Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!
Position Description
Title: Director of FP&A
Department: FP&A
Immediate Supervisor: Vice President of FP&A
Position Purpose: This role serves as the primary FP&A partner to commercial and senior leadership, delivering strategic financial insights that drive revenue growth, margin expansion, and profitability. The Director owns P&L reporting for business areas, leads critical planning processes, and provides clear, actionable analysis to support executive decision-making. This is a highly visible role with regular exposure to the executive leadership team.
Principle Accountabilities
At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.
Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.
With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!
We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.
You belong here. Join us today!
Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions—we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!
Position Description
Title: Director of FP&A
Department: FP&A
Immediate Supervisor: Vice President of FP&A
Position Purpose: This role serves as the primary FP&A partner to commercial and senior leadership, delivering strategic financial insights that drive revenue growth, margin expansion, and profitability. The Director owns P&L reporting for business areas, leads critical planning processes, and provides clear, actionable analysis to support executive decision-making. This is a highly visible role with regular exposure to the executive leadership team.
Principle Accountabilities
- Serve as a strategic finance thought partner to senior leadership, shaping enterprise decisions through sharp financial insight, disciplined analytics, and forward-looking perspectives focused on the commercial team.
- Own monthly distribution of business segment financial results, including executive-level variance analysis, bridge explanations, and interpretation of key performance drivers (price, volume, mix, cost) helping the business prioritize actions that drive sustainable value creation.
- Develop and deliver executive-level financial storytelling, synthesizing data into compelling insights that influence strategic direction and leadership decisions.
- Partner with executive leadership to evaluate growth opportunities, portfolio optimization, and capital allocation decisions, assessing risk/reward tradeoffs through scenario analysis and strategic modeling.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Commercial, Operations, and Finance leaders to ensure alignment between strategic objectives, operational execution, and financial outcomes.
- Support M&A, corporate strategy, and transformation initiatives through robust financial analysis, scenario modeling, due diligence support, and strategic insight for executive decision-making.
- Mentor and review the work of FP&A team members, raising the bar on analytical rigor, strategic thinking, and executive presence.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field; MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred.
- 10 years of progressive finance experience, including 5 years of FP&A and business-partnering responsibility.
- Deep understanding of financial operations, including financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting
- Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to translate data into clear strategic recommendations.
- Demonstrated success influencing senior leaders and driving decisions through insight rather than authority.
- Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills; strong proficiency in Excel and financial systems.
- Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools preferred.
- Excellent executive communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to lead through influence, prioritize competing demands, and operate effectively under tight timelines.
- Continuous improvement mindset with experience driving process and reporting enhancements.
- Strong interpersonal skills enabling the development of confidence and trust among stakeholders
At IPG, you will find more than just a job—you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.
Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.
With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!
We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.
You belong here. Join us today!