Director, Operational Analytics & Financial Reporting
About the role
The Director, Operational Analytics & Financial Reporting is a strategic role responsible for driving data-informed decision-making across the organization. This position manages the design, implementation, and optimization of operational analytics, financial reporting, and management reporting frameworks. The Director partners closely with Finance, Operations, Technology, and Senior Leadership to deliver actionable insights and deliver high-quality financial reporting.
Responsibilities
Manage the development of legal entity-wide analytics frameworks that measure financial performance.
Design and manage dashboards, KPIs, and predictive models that provide real-time insights to leadership.
Evaluate workflow and process effectiveness using advanced analytics, automation, and modeling.
Work across teams and geographies to implement and enhance financial systems and reporting tools, upgrades, and automation initiatives.
Ensure data accuracy, governance, and consistency across all operational reporting platforms.
Oversee quarterly and annual management reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal and external standards (US GAAP).
Manage the preparation of management reporting packages, variance analyses, and other business intelligence.
Consolidate complex financial results and translate findings into meaningful business narratives.
Maintain legal entity-wide annual forecasting/projection and reforecasting process.
Maintain strong controls over data integrity, reporting methodologies, and documentation.
Perform technical accounting research as required, including formulating guidance on new transactions, complex transactions, etc.
Prepare technical accounting memos and position papers as required.
Serve as a strategic advisor to senior executives, supporting informed decision-making through data and financial insights.
Collaborate with Controllership and functional leaders to manage budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, etc.
Drive cross-functional initiatives that enhance financial transparency and operational efficiency.
Champion the adoption and/or improvement of analytics technologies such as Power BI, SQL, advanced modeling, automation tools, and financial systems.
Oversee the development of scalable analytics infrastructures that support evolving business needs.
Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve reporting cycle times.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (Finance, Analytics, Business) required.
Active CPA required.
10-12 years of progressive accounting experience, including operational analytics, financial reporting, forecasting/budgeting, and business intelligence.
Experience in leading high-performing analytics or management reporting.
Proven track record turning complex data into actionable insights.
Strong corporate experience with technical accounting research (US GAAP) and position papers.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI/Tableau, and data modeling tools.
Extremely computer savvy (heavily experienced in SQL - building complex queries, VBA, Access, PowerBI, etc.).
Experience with data warehouse and data analytics management and extracting data to build models/spreadsheets/queries.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday) and financial reporting systems (Workiva’s WDesk).
Strong understanding of data governance, automation, and BI best practices.
Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and skilled in prioritizing multiple initiatives.
Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.
Ability to influence without authority and work across diverse business functions.
Exceptional technical writing and communication skills.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Proven ability to manage deadlines and prioritize in fast-paced environments.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a competitive 401k with generous matching; PTO beginning at 20 days per year; up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer; basic Life and AD&D Insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability; Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks; Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement, Backup Child and Elder Care; and more.