Senior Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis

Senior Vice President of Financial Planning and AnalysisJob Overview
The Senior Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis is responsible for leading the company’s enterprise-wide financial planning and analysis function, providing strategic financial insights, and supporting long-term business growth and financial performance.
This role oversees financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, management reporting, performance analysis, and strategic decision support. The Senior Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis serves as a strategic advisor to the CEO, CFO, and executive leadership team, ensuring that financial strategies, resource allocation, and business decisions align with corporate objectives.
Key ResponsibilitiesI. Enterprise Financial Planning and Strategic Leadership
Lead the company’s financial planning and analysis strategy in alignment with corporate objectives.
Establish enterprise-wide financial planning frameworks, methodologies, and performance standards.
Translate corporate strategy into long-term financial plans, forecasts, and measurable financial targets.
Advise the CEO, CFO, and executive leadership on financial trends, business performance, and strategic priorities.
Support enterprise-level decision-making through financial insights and scenario analysis.
II. Budgeting, Forecasting and Long-Term Planning
Oversee annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and multi-year financial planning processes.
Coordinate financial planning activities across business units, regions, and functional departments.
Develop financial models to evaluate revenue, expenses, profitability, and cash flow.
Establish forecasting assumptions, planning methodologies, and financial review processes.
Adjust financial plans in response to changing business conditions and strategic priorities.
III. Financial Performance and Business Analysis
Lead analysis of revenue, operating expenses, profitability, margins, and business-unit performance.
Evaluate actual financial results against budgets, forecasts, and strategic objectives.
Identify financial trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
Develop financial KPIs and management reporting frameworks.
Provide actionable recommendations to improve operational efficiency and financial performance.
IV. Strategic Business Partnership
Partner with executive and business-unit leaders to evaluate strategic initiatives and operational decisions.
Provide financial analysis for market expansion, product development, pricing, and business growth opportunities.
Support business leaders in assessing financial implications, trade-offs, and expected outcomes.
Integrate financial planning into business strategy and operational decision-making.
Strengthen financial accountability across the organization.
V. Financial Modeling and Scenario Analysis
Oversee the development of complex financial models and strategic business cases.
Conduct scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and financial risk assessments.
Evaluate the financial impact of market changes, business initiatives, and strategic alternatives.
Develop forward-looking analyses to support investment and resource allocation decisions.
Present financial scenarios and recommendations to executive leadership.
VI. Resource Allocation and Investment Planning
Lead financial analysis supporting capital allocation and enterprise resource planning.
Evaluate investment proposals, business initiatives, and strategic spending priorities.
Partner with finance and business leaders to assess expected returns and financial feasibility.
Monitor resource utilization and investment performance across business units.
Recommend adjustments to financial plans and resource allocation based on business needs.
VII. Financial Reporting and Executive Decision Support
Oversee the preparation of executive financial reports, dashboards, and management presentations.
Establish consistent financial reporting standards and performance review processes.
Communicate financial results, forecasts, risks, and strategic insights to senior leadership.
Support executive and board-level financial reviews with reliable, decision-ready analysis.
Ensure financial reporting provides clear visibility into business performance and future outlook.
VIII. FP&A Organization and Leadership Development
Lead and develop a high-performing financial planning and analysis organization.
Establish team structures, leadership responsibilities, performance standards, and development programs.
Build strong partnerships between FP&A, accounting, treasury, operations, and business functions.
Promote a culture of analytical rigor, financial discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Strengthen financial planning capabilities and business-partnering expertise across the organization.
QualificationsEducation Background
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
MBA, CFA, CPA, or other advanced financial qualification preferred.
Work Experience
18+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, financial management, or related functions.
10+ years of senior finance leadership experience.
Proven experience leading enterprise-wide budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance analysis.
Demonstrated experience supporting executive-level strategic planning and financial decision-making.
Experience managing complex financial planning processes across multiple business units or regions.
Strong understanding of financial performance management, business modeling, capital allocation, and corporate finance.

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