Director (Financial Planning & Analysis)

Location: Wake County, NC • Type: Permanent (Contingency)

About the role

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity to build and lead the FP&A function within a newly established, global organization experiencing significant growth. The Director will partner closely with executive leadership while driving financial planning processes, implementing scalable reporting systems, and leading a high-performing finance team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial modeling processes while supporting strategic business initiatives.
• Analyze financial results, develop executive reporting, monitor key performance indicators, and provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of financial planning and consolidation systems while improving reporting processes and operational efficiency.
• Support capital investments, acquisitions, business integrations, and other corporate initiatives through financial analysis and decision support.
• Collaborate with finance, accounting, and operational leaders to strengthen financial planning, reporting accuracy, and business performance across global operations.
• Build, mentor, and lead the FP&A function while developing talent and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required; MBA is preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive FP&A experience, including leadership within a global manufacturing or multinational organization.
• Strong understanding of financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, IFRS, financial consolidations, and multi-currency reporting.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Hands-on experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM), PBCS, Smart View, or similar enterprise planning and consolidation systems.

Skills

• Proven leadership and strategic thinking.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to influence executive leadership, implement scalable financial processes, and drive business performance.

Pay

$180,000 – $190,000/year + bonus

Schedule

Monday to Friday (Hybrid)