About the RoleThe Head of Financial Planning & Analysis will play a critical role in delivering financial insights that inform strategic decisions across the organization. This position will lead budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, long-range planning, and key financial modeling efforts. The ideal candidate combines strong technical acumen, business savvy, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
What You Will Do- Lead and manage the company-wide annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, partnering with department heads across Operations, R&D, Engineering, Sales, and Corporate functions.
- Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic planning, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages for executive leadership and the Board of Directors, including variance analysis and KPI dashboards.
- Provide actionable insights on revenue, margins, cash flow, and operating expenses to drive profitability and efficiency.
- Collaborate with Accounting to ensure accurate and timely financial closes and alignment between actuals and forecasts.
- Support investor relations and SEC reporting teams with data and analysis relevant to earnings calls and public disclosures.
- Conduct market and competitive analysis to benchmark performance and inform pricing, investment, and capital allocation decisions.
- Continuously improve FP&A tools, systems (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, or similar), and processes to increase efficiency and transparency.
- Mentor and develop junior analysts, fostering a culture of analytical excellence and continuous improvement.
Requirements
Required Qualifications & Skill- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA/CFA preferred.
- 6-8+ years of progressive FP&A or corporate finance experience, ideally in the automotive, manufacturing, or high-growth tech sectors.
- Experience in a publicly traded company environment, with a strong understanding of GAAP, SEC reporting, and investor relations support.
- Full understanding of how an income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow interrelate.
- Advanced Excel modeling skills; proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and planning tools (e.g., Hyperion, Adaptive Insights).
- Strong financial storytelling abilities-can distill complex data into clear narratives for senior stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
