Director of Finance – Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Boston, MA - Hybrid
Role Overview
The Director of Finance, FP&A will lead and develop a high-performing team of financial analysts, driving the monthly forecast cycle and consolidating inputs from operational leaders to deliver insightful financial reporting. This role is central to the review of P&L line items, identifying risks and opportunities, and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A function. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and collaborative leader who can elevate the team’s capabilities and deliver clear, actionable insights to senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities
FP&A Leadership & Team Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of financial analysts focused on P&L analysis and forecasting.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and analytical rigor within the FP&A team.
Drive initiatives to improve forecasting processes, reporting tools, and financial model accuracy.
Monthly Forecast Cycle Management
Own the monthly forecast cycle, consolidating inputs from operational and business leaders.
Present monthly forecasts with comparisons to prior forecast, annual plan, and prior year results.
Identify and communicate risks and opportunities across P&L line items.
Financial Analysis & Reporting
Guide the team in deep-dive analysis of P&L components to uncover trends, variances, and drivers.
Partner with the Accounting team to review actuals versus forecast and analyze key variances.
Deliver clear, concise, and actionable reporting to senior leadership.
Support strategic decision-making with high-quality financial insights.
Cash Flow Support
Support the development and refinement of cash flow forecasting models.
Participate in weekly reviews of cash results, helping to identify trends and potential risks.
Modeling & Process Improvement
Lead efforts to enhance financial models that support P&L reviews and forecasting accuracy.
Partner with cross-functional teams to streamline data flows and improve reporting efficiency.
Champion best practices in financial modeling and analytical methodologies.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with Accounting, Regional Finance, and Operational teams to validate assumptions and ensure alignment.
Serve as a key liaison between FP&A and business units to support financial planning and performance management.
Qualifications
10+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in FP&A leadership.
Proven experience leading and developing FP&A teams.
Strong background in financial forecasting, P&L analysis, and strategic planning.
Experience partnering with Accounting on actuals vs. forecast analysis.
Familiarity with cash flow forecasting and liquidity analysis.
Experience partnering with operational leaders and international finance teams, and building positive working relationships with people and teams across a diverse organization.
Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills; strong Excel required. Essbase and Tableau a plus.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to distill complex data into actionable insights.
Strong business acumen and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
Benefits
50% Discount on GCC trips
Robust healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and flex spending accounts
Generous Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays throughout the year
Company-paid life insurance
Paid short and long term disability insurance
401K Retirement Savings account
Discounted auto and renters insurance
Volunteer and philanthropy opportunities to give back in Boston and where we travel
Casual dress code every day