Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
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Director of FP&A
Company: East 57th Street Partners
Client: Prominent Private Equity Firm
Work Arrangement: Open Policy – On-site 2-3 times per month as required
About East 57th Street Partners:
East 57th Street Partners is a premier management consulting firm specializing in executive search and strategic advisory services. We collaborate with leading organizations to identify and place top-tier executive talent.
About Our Client:
Our client is a leading private equity firm seeking to hire a Director of FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) for one of their high-growth portfolio companies. This role will play a key part in driving financial strategy, planning, and analysis to support the company’s growth objectives and decision-making processes.
Position Overview:
As the Director of FP&A, you will be responsible for overseeing the company’s financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes. You will partner closely with the leadership team to provide strategic insights and analysis to guide decision-making and improve financial performance. The ideal candidate will have deep financial expertise and experience working in a fast-paced, private equity-backed environment.
This position operates under an open office policy, allowing the flexibility to work remotely with the expectation of attending mandatory on-site meetings 2-3 times per month.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the FP&A function, driving financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting efforts.
- Analyze financial performance and provide actionable insights to support business decisions.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to develop financial strategies aligned with business goals.
- Support strategic initiatives, including M&A activities, market expansion, and new investments.
- Prepare and present detailed financial reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain financial models to assess business scenarios and support decision-making.
- Drive operational efficiencies through data-driven analysis and process improvements.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
- Mentor and lead the FP&A team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
- Extensive experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a PE-backed or high-growth company.
- Proven track record of success in developing financial strategies and providing analytical support to executive leadership.
- Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting skills.
- Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Superior communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Ability to work in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive base salary ranging from $165,000 to $215,000, depending on experience.
- Performance-based bonuses.
- Equity participation opportunities based on qualifications and experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
