Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

JOB DESCRIPTION As Senior Finance Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis you will operate at the center of strategy, decision‑making, and transformation. You will help shape enterprise priorities, influence senior leaders, and build the capabilities that define the future of Finance. You will shape how decisions get made through insight‑driven storytelling, transform processes and tools using data, automation, and AI, build and develop a high‑performing team, and drive enterprise‑wide impact, not just functional support. If you are energized by ambiguity, innovation, and influencing outcomes at scale this role is built for you. Your contributions will help us achieve advanced strategic decision‑making by elevating FP&A as a trusted advisor to leadership through forward‑looking insights, connecting financial performance to business strategy, risks, and opportunities, enabling faster, more confident decisions through clear, actionable narratives; transform FP&A capabilities by modernizing planning, forecasting, and reporting through automation and digital tools, improving data accessibility, quality, and governance across the organization, introducing more predictive and scenario‑based decision support; build a high‑performing team by developing a culture of business acumen, ownership, and influence; and drive operational excellence and governance, ensuring FP&A processes are disciplined, scalable, and aligned to enterprise priorities, improving transparency, consistency, and execution across planning cycles while embedding a mindset of continuous improvement and value creation. RESPONSIBILITIES Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership by translating complex financial and operational data into clear, compelling insights that influence enterprise decisions and strategic priorities. Lead scenario planning, risk assessment, root cause analysis, and prioritization efforts to focus leadership on the most critical business opportunities and risks. Lead operating plans, forecasts, and long‑range planning activities with a value‑creation mindset while ensuring disciplined execution and governance across FP&A processes. Build and oversee advanced financial models, including scenario, sensitivity, workforce planning, and ROI‑based investment analysis to support strategic and operational decision‑making. Support enterprise initiatives and cross‑functional programs through financial leadership, business case development, performance tracking, and post‑implementation analysis. Contribute to long‑term strategy with an enterprise‑wide and commercially grounded perspective that supports sustainable business performance and growth. Lead and develop a high‑performing FP&A team by building capability in financial storytelling, business partnership, influence, accountability, and continuous growth. Leverage dashboards, analytics, predictive modeling, and AI/ML‑enabled solutions to accelerate insight generation, improve decision‑making, and optimize investment prioritization and cost management. Champion automation, scalable solutions, and strong data governance practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, systems integration, and data quality across FP&A processes. Deliver clear, concise, and impactful financial storytelling while influencing stakeholders through credibility, insight, and strong executive presence; lead initiatives with strong project and process management discipline, balancing strategic thinking with detail‑oriented execution excellence and a continuous improvement mindset. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, or related field. 10+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related roles. 3–5+ years of experience leading and developing teams. Strong strategic and analytical thinker with an enterprise mindset and strong business and commercial acumen, able to influence decisions through insight‑driven analysis, advanced modeling, scenario planning, and problem‑solving, while demonstrating strong prioritization and disciplined execution. Strong proficiency in Advanced Excel and PowerPoint, with experience using ERP and planning tools (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Anaplan, Adaptive) and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI), paired with a strong automation mindset, technology curiosity, and interest in leveraging AI and advanced analytics to enhance decision‑making. Strong leadership presence grounded in accountability and ownership, with a curious, growth‑oriented mindset and comfort operating in ambiguity, the courage to challenge the status‑quo and drive change, high emotional intelligence and stakeholder awareness, and a resilient, adaptable approach energized by continuous improvement. Experience supporting enterprise planning, forecasting, and strategic initiatives. Experience supporting complex, cross‑functional initiatives. Master of Business Administration (MBA) preferred. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred. Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred. Certified Financial Analyst preferred. WORK LOCATION This is a hybrid position. During the first three months of employment, team members are expected to work onsite approximately three days per week in either the Oakland, CA or Rancho Cordova, CA office for onboarding and training. After this initial period, the role transitions to approximately one day per week onsite. Candidates should be within a reasonable commuting distance of one of these locations. BASE PAY INFORMATION The national base pay range for this position is a good‑faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Pay Grade 24 ranges from $123,624 to $267,852. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental’s assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, related experience, education, certifications, and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity. ADDITIONAL BENEFITS Competitive base and incentive pay. 401(k) with robust matching and non‑matching contributions. Rich medical & pharmacy benefits. 100% employer‑paid dental and vision benefits. Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives. Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and birthday off. Culture of growth and learning: career development, tuition reimbursement, recognition program. Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance. Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities. Employee discount program. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Delta Dental Ins. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, domestic partnership status, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected category. Delta Dental is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy, Harassment‑Free Work Environment Policy, and Respectful Workplace policies. Violations of these policies will not be tolerated. FEE‑FOR‑BACKGROUND CHECK This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local laws. WORK AUTHORIZATION Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. PROOF OF ELEGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr Delta Dental of California