VP, Financial Planning & Analysis

Pacific Life Insurance Company$245K — $275K *
Finance & Insurance
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Actuarial Science, or a related field
  • 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in finance or related disciplines
  • Experience partnering with senior executives to influence strategy
  • Strong financial acumen with expertise in planning and forecasting
  • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience operating within complex, matrixed organizations.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to CMD executives on business performance and growth opportunities
  • Translate complex financial information into actionable recommendations
  • Evaluate strategic opportunities and investments impacting business growth
  • Partner with leadership to develop and execute aligned business plans
  • Monitor business performance and provide insights for profitability improvement
  • Lead financial planning, forecasting, and performance management activities
  • Collaborate closely with leaders across various business functional areas.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedules
  • Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance Program
  • Robust 401k savings plan with company match and additional contributions
  • Wellbeing reimbursement account for personal health expenses.
Full Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking a Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis to join our Consumer Markets Division (CMD). This position may be based in Newport Beach, CA, Omaha, NE, or Charlotte, NC. This role follows a hybrid schedule of four days in the office (on-site). If you are not currently located near one of our offices, we offer comprehensive relocation assistance.

This highly visible leadership role will serve as a strategic partner to senior executives and business leaders, providing financial leadership, business insights, and decision support that help drive profitable growth, optimize performance, and advance key strategic objectives.

As the Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of the Consumer Markets Division by connecting financial outcomes to business strategy, influencing enterprise decisions, and leading a high-performing team. This position offers a unique opportunity to operate as a key member of the CMD leadership team with broad influence across Product, Distribution, Inforce Management, Actuarial, Risk, Operations, and Executive Leadership.

How You'll Make an Impact…

Strategic Leadership

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to CMD executives on business performance, growth opportunities, strategic priorities, and financial implications

  • Translate complex financial and business information into actionable recommendations that support executive decision-making

  • Evaluate strategic opportunities, investments, and initiatives that impact long-term business growth and profitability

  • Partner with leadership to develop and execute business plans aligned with divisional and enterprise objectives

  • Provide thought leadership on market trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging opportunities

Financial Leadership

  • Lead financial planning, forecasting, performance management, and business analysis activities across assigned business areas

  • Drive disciplined financial decision-making through rigorous analysis, forecasting, and scenario planning.

  • Monitor business performance and provide insights that improve profitability, resource allocation, and operational effectiveness

  • Support capital management, financial stewardship, and risk-adjusted decision-making

  • Ensure alignment between financial objectives and business strategy

Cross-Functional Partnership

  • Collaborate closely with leaders across Product Development, Distribution, Inforce Management, Actuarial, Risk, Operations, Technology, and Corporate Finance

  • Influence decisions across the end-to-end business value chain

  • Foster alignment among stakeholders while balancing customer, operational, financial, and strategic considerations

  • Lead and support enterprise initiatives that drive long-term value creation

People Leadership

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of finance professionals

  • Create an environment that fosters accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

  • Build organizational capability through talent development, succession planning, and strategic workforce management

  • Develop future leaders and strengthen the overall finance organization

The Experience You Bring…

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Actuarial Science, or a related field

  • 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in finance, actuarial, strategic planning, or related business disciplines

  • Demonstrated experience partnering with senior executives to influence strategy and major business decisions

  • Strong financial acumen with experience in planning, forecasting, performance management, and strategic analysis

  • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams

  • Exceptional communication, executive presence, and stakeholder management skills

  • Experience operating effectively within complex, matrixed organizations

Preferred Qualifications

  • MBA, Master's degree, or other advanced degree

  • Experience within life insurance, annuities, financial services, or a related industry

  • Understanding of actuarial, finance, risk, product, distribution, and operational drivers within a large financial services organization

  • Experience supporting large-scale strategic initiatives, organizational transformation, or enterprise-level decision-making

Deadline to Apply: Friday, September 18, 2026

Base Salary Range: $245,000 - $275,000+

Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

Your Benefits Start Day 1
 

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

  • Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

  • Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

  • Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

  • Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

About Pacific Life Insurance Company

Pacific Life Insurance Company Careers

There has never been a more opportune time to join the dynamic team at Pacific Life Insurance Company—a leader in the insurance industry known for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and professional growth.

Work You’ll Do

Join Pacific Life Insurance Company’s esteemed team to assist in pioneering efforts that drive the insurance industry forward. At the intersection of technology, industry expertise, and digital innovation, Pacific Life Insurance Company stands as a beacon of transformative solutions and services. Lead in a unique position in the marketplace, leveraging deep industry knowledge and a commitment to digital innovation to enhance client experiences and outcomes. Engage with a diverse global team of business and technology advisors, helping clients navigate through their challenges with cutting-edge solutions. Collaborate with dedicated professionals who are at the forefront of integrating technology and insurance services to deliver exceptional results.

Introducing the Pacific Life Insurance Company Professional Growth and Development Initiative

The initiative aims to build a leading advisory team to guide some of the most well-known companies through their transformation journeys, utilizing innovative insurance solutions.

Do Innovative Work

Be part of a team that is not just the largest but the most knowledgeable in the insurance sector, with a focus on delivering targeted solutions through a depth and breadth of consulting experience that is unmatched.

Drive Innovation and Leadership

Work on a wide range of projects that harness the capabilities of Pacific Life Insurance Company’s robust technological and service-oriented frameworks.

Future-Proof Your Career

Advance your career with Pacific Life Insurance Company, where the opportunities for growth are vast, supported by comprehensive training, development, and certification programs.

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Discover various job opportunities and internship positions that allow you to bring your skills and passion to a team that values innovation and leadership. Pacific Life Insurance Company is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, providing a platform for professional development and personal growth.

The Pacific Life Insurance Company Employment Experience

With a commitment to diversity training and a culture that promotes networking and professional growth, Pacific Life Insurance Company helps team members thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment. Clients and employees alike look to Pacific Life Insurance Company for leadership in creating industry-leading solutions that promote growth and innovation.

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