Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

You know it's easy to rush and get the job done, but it's more important to take your time and execute correctly. You know there are unknown factors in any transition, and you pride yourself on managing the details. Hello Director of FP&A ! Start here.

The Director of FP&A leads financial planning and analysis functions, overseeing budgeting and forecasting, and developing financial models to support strategic decisions. He/She partners with executives to provide financial insights, manage the FP&A function, and ensure the integrity of financial data and reporting. The Director of FP&A has strong analytical skills, business acumen, and experience in financial strategy.

Job Responsibilities

• Financial strategy and planning: Lead the annual budgeting process, create long-term strategic financial plans, and provide financial guidance to support business goals
• Forecasting and modeling: Develop and oversee detailed financial models for forecasting future revenues and expenses and create quarterly and annual financial forecasts
• Performance analysis: Analyze current financial performance against historical data and forecasts, identify trends, and make recommendations for financial optimization and improved operational efficiency
• Reporting and presentation: Oversee the preparation of financial reports and present findings, strategies, and recommendations to senior management and the board
• Team leadership: Manage and mentor the FP&A team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
• Risk management: Identify, assess, and manage financial risks and opportunities to ensure the company meets its financial targets
• System improvement: Drive improvements in FP&A systems and processes, including automation and data visualization, to enhance efficiency and decision-making

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field is required; advanced degree(s) are preferred
• 8+ years of finance experience with a significant portion in management role
• Experience with financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting is crucial
• Must possess strong financial modeling and analytical skills
• Must be proficient in financial software and tools: ERP and Business Intelligence
• Must have excellent communication and executive presence for senior level interactions
• Must have a strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills
• Must be able to lead and mentor a team

Compensation: Salary + Performance-Based Bonus, Comprehensive Benefits Package. Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills and may vary from the range listed above.

Lion Holdings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.