Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

About the role

We’re seeking a strategic and operationally driven finance leader to serve as the Director of FP&A within J.D. Power. In this role, you will oversee the company’s financial planning, forecasting, and analysis processes, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and operational execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning processes in partnership with executive leadership.
• Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful reporting on company performance, KPIs, and trends.
• Collaborate with business unit leaders to translate operational strategies into financial outcomes and drive accountability.
• Provide analysis and recommendations on investments, resource allocation, and growth initiatives.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support decision-making and risk management.
• Prepare board-level presentations, investor materials, and executive reports that clearly communicate financial performance and outlook.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Drive enhancements in financial systems, reporting tools, and analytical capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in FP&A leadership roles.
• Proven track record of influencing executive decision-making through financial insights.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and performance management.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex data.
• Experience with ERP systems, BI tools, and advanced Excel/financial modeling.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to support global teams and attend executive meetings.

Pay

The starting salary range for this role is $180,000 - $240,000 USD or $150,000 - $190,000 CAD per year. This is the range we reasonably and in good faith expect to pay for the role at the time of posting. An employee’s pay within the range is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, education, qualifications, experience, performance, business or organizational needs, and geographic location.