Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis

Website Savage Search Associates
About the Role
An industry-leading company is seeking an experienced Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. This role will work closely with senior leadership, including Accounting and Capital Markets teams, to drive financial decision-making and long-term business growth. The VP of FP&A will play a crucial role in identifying opportunities for operational improvements and ensuring financial alignment with company objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Business Planning
- Lead the company’s budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning initiatives.
- Provide executive leadership with data-driven insights to guide business decisions and long-term strategy.
- Develop financial models to assess risks, market trends, and investment opportunities.
- Partner with Accounting and Capital Markets to ensure seamless financial execution and reporting.
Performance Analysis & Optimization
- Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure financial health and operational efficiency.
- Identify cost-saving and revenue-generating opportunities through detailed financial analysis.
- Implement process improvements and automation strategies to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
- Conduct scenario planning and financial risk assessments to support strategic initiatives.
Budgeting, Reporting & Financial Oversight
- Oversee the development of financial reports, forecasts, and board presentations.
- Ensure financial reporting is accurate, transparent, and compliant with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
- Drive improvements in financial planning tools and methodologies to support business scalability.
- Partner with business leaders to align financial goals with company objectives.
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Lead and mentor an FP&A team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with internal teams across finance, operations, and capital markets to support business initiatives.
- Serve as a trusted financial advisor to executive leadership, providing strategic recommendations to optimize company performance.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CFA preferred).
- 10+ years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis, and corporate finance leadership.
- Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and investment analysis.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and compliance.
- Experience working in high-growth or complex business environments.
- Proven ability to develop and execute financial strategies that drive business success.
- Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, financial planning software, and data visualization tools.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus potential.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, retirement plans, and unlimited PTO.
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative leadership team.
- High-impact role with the ability to influence business direction and long-term financial success.