We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Vice President (VP) of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to support our executive leadership team within the shared services functions. The VP will be responsible for driving financial strategy, providing actionable insights, and aligning financial goals with broader business objectives. This individual will lead a high-performing team of eight junior resources, leveraging their strong business acumen, advanced data analytics capabilities, and will need to possess leadership skills to inform key decisions across the organization. The VP will play a crucial role in fostering collaboration, transparency, and effective communication between the finance team and business leaders.

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Partner with the executive leadership team to develop and execute financial strategies that align with business goals, providing insightful analysis and recommendations to support key decisions, including cost optimization, resource allocation, and investment prioritization.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 8 junior FP&A professionals, fostering a high-performing culture and enhancing their capabilities through coaching and professional growth opportunities.
• Business Partnering & Collaboration: Serve as a trusted financial advisor and strategic partner to business leaders, influencing decision-making with actionable insights and fostering transparent communication and collaboration across functions.
• Advanced Data Analytics & Decision Support: Utilize advanced analytics tools to analyze financial data, create financial models for deep insights, and communicate complex information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Process Improvement & Innovation: Drive continuous improvement in financial planning, reporting, and analysis processes, implementing best practices and advanced technology to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Financial Reporting & Transparency: Ensure timely and accurate delivery of financial reports, analysis, and forecasts, fostering a culture of transparency to enable better decision-making and alignment with business objectives.

Skills And Competencies

• Over 10 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, supporting executive leadership teams and driving financial strategy.
• Proven expertise in shared services or multi-functional business environments, with strong collaboration and partnership skills.
• Demonstrated success in managing, developing, and mentoring finance professionals, and leading cross-functional teams to promote a high-performance culture.
• Exceptional analytical skills with advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, business intelligence tools, and ERP/FP&A software systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Power BI).
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives, and clearly convey complex financial information.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen, focused on driving results through data-driven decision-making and aligning financial strategies with broader business objectives.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.