Job Description:The VP of FP&A leads the enterprise financial planning, analysis, and business partnering function across all business units of a large, diversified construction and materials company. This executive translates complex financial data into board- and executive-level insights that drive both strategic direction and day-to-day operational decisions. The VP designs and deploys the FP&A operating model and supporting technology - enabling real-time financial visibility and self-service analytics across the organization.
Relocation to Central Ohio is available for the right individual.Enterprise Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting- Lead variance analysis against budget, prior year, and forecast; synthesize findings into executive-ready narratives collaborating closely with the accounting group throughout.
- Own and lead the company's annual budgeting process, multi-year strategic planning cycle, and quarterly forecast cadence across all business units.
- Design and continuously improve the planning process - reducing cycle time, improving data integrity, and increasing engagement from operational leaders.
- Develop integrated financial models linking P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow across construction and materials divisions.
- Establish forecast governance frameworks and defining key assumptions used.
- Partner with division presidents and operational leaders to ensure financial plans are grounded in business reality and aligned to enterprise strategy.
Executive Analytics & Reporting- Support in the design and production of the company's executive and board-level financial reporting suite, including monthly management reports and KPI dashboards.
- Translate financial results and forward-looking projections into clear, decision-oriented insights for the CFO, Presidents, CEOs and Board of Directors.
- Lead enterprise-wide scenario modeling and sensitivity analyses to inform strategic investments, M&A evaluation, and capital allocation.
- Establish enterprise financial metrics, definitions, and reporting standards to ensure consistency across all divisions and reporting audiences.
Business Partnering Strategy & Execution- Architect and implement a Finance Business Partner operating model that positions finance professionals as trusted strategic advisors to division leaders.
- Define the role, cadence, and deliverables of Finance Business Partners across the construction and materials divisions; build the tools and frameworks they need to operate effectively.
- Ensure Finance Business Partners provide proactive financial challenge, insight, and decision support - going beyond reporting to drive business performance.
- Build strong working relationships with divisional Presidents, VPs, and operational leaders, establishing finance as a valued partner in business planning and performance management.
- Represent the FP&A function in cross-functional leadership forums, strategic planning sessions, and executive business reviews.
FP&A Systems & Process Transformation- Lead the FP&A workstream including platform selection, implementation, and enterprise adoption.
- Partner with internal stakeholders and external resources to deliver integrated financial planning and reporting technology solutions.
- Champion self-service analytics capabilities - enabling operational leaders to access real-time financial insights without dependency on central finance resources.
- Standardize, document, and continuously improve FP&A processes, workflows, and data governance practices.
- Ensure the finance technology ecosystem supports the speed, flexibility, and analytical depth required by a complex, multi-entity business.
Team Leadership & Development- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team.
- Define team structure, roles, and operating cadences that enable effective delivery across enterprise planning, reporting, and business partnering workstreams.
- Build a talent development culture: establish clear development paths, coaching relationships, and skill-building opportunities aligned to the Finance transformation agenda.
- Attract and recruit top finance talent; actively manage team performance, succession planning, and organizational design.
- Foster a team culture of analytical curiosity, intellectual rigor, and collaborative partnership with the business unit leaders.
Education- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline - required.
- MBA with a Financial related concentration - preferred.
- CPA or CFA designation - a plus.
Experience- 10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related financial leadership roles.
- 5+ years in a VP, Director, or equivalent senior leadership role with direct team management responsibility.
- Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-wide budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting in a complex, multi-entity environment.
- Industry experience in construction, materials, manufacturing, or similarly capital-intensive, project-driven businesses - preferred.
- Proven experience partnering directly with CFOs, CEOs, and Boards of Directors on financial strategy and reporting.
- Experience leading or playing a senior role in FP+A software system implementation - a plus.
- Track record of building, scaling, and developing high-performing FP&A teams.
