Director, FP&A

Total Wine & More; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Generous store discounts

Health care plans (medical, dental,‑‑,

401(k) with matching

Disability & life insurance

Paid parental leave

Pet insurance

Tuition assistance

Career development & product training

Job summary

Total Wine & More is seeking a Director of FP&A to join our Finance team in Bethesda, MD. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and provide actionable insights to guide resource allocation and strategic initiatives across Store Operations and HR.

The role requires 10+ years in FP&A, strong leadership, and expertise in retail finance, budgeting, modeling, and data-driven decision-making. You will partner with cross-functional teams to optimize profitability and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of FP&A, operational finance, or similar experience.
• Strong financial acumen and FP&A expertise, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
• Deep knowledge of retail finance, profitability drivers, merchandising metrics, and inventory management.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to translate data into strategic insights.
• Proficiency in financial software/tools (Excel, ERP systems like SAP/Oracle, BI platforms like Power BI/Tableau).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to influence across all levels.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities; experience driving cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning for Store Operations and HR.
• Partner with Store Operations leadership and cross-functional teams to provide financial guidance and support strategic decisions.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and deliver actionable insights for executive decision-making.
• Optimize FP&A processes, models, and reporting tools for efficiency and decision support.
• Collaborate with Stores and other functions to manage operating expenses and support strategic initiatives.
• Oversee preparation and presentation of monthly financial reports and KPIs for senior leadership.
• Drive cross-functional financial analyses related to store initiatives, capital investments, and productivity improvements.
• Oversee development and maintenance of reporting packages and dashboards.

Skills

Budgeting & Forecasting

Financial modeling

Strategic thinking

Communication & leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

Excel

SAP

Oracle ERP

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

About The Role

Total Wine & More is seeking Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to join our Finance team in our Bethesda, MD office. You will serve as the strategic finance partner for Store Operations, driving financial performance, operational excellence, and informed decision‑making across all retail operations. This role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, long‑range planning, and providing actionable insights through financial modeling and performance analysis. It provides leadership with insights to guide resource allocation, support strategic initiatives, and inform business decisions. This role is accountable for ensuring alignment with business objectives and providing strategic guidance to leadership. It acts as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, delivering insights and recommendations that influence business decisions, enable growth, and enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in retail finance, strong leadership skills, and a track record of driving results through data‑driven decision‑making. This role reports to the VP, FP&A Business Planning.

You will

• Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long‑range planning processes for Store Operations and HR, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives
• Partner with Store Operations leadership and cross‑functional teams to provide financial guidance and support strategic decision‑making
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and deliver actionable insights to support executive decision‑making and improve profitability
• Optimize financial models, reporting tools, and FP&A processes to improve efficiency and decision support
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including Stores and other business functions, to provide financial guidance, manage operating expenses, and support key strategic initiatives.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of monthly financial reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) for senior leadership.
• Lead cross‑functional financial analyses related to store initiatives, capital investments, and productivity improvements.
• Oversee development and maintenance of reporting packages and dashboards.

You will come with

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of experience in FP&A, operational finance, or a similar area preferred
• Strong financial acumen and expertise in FP&A principles, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
• Deep knowledge of the retail industry, including key drivers of profitability, merchandising metrics, and inventory management.
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into strategic insights.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, such as Excel, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and business intelligence platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities, including experience mentoring analysts and driving cross‑functional financial initiatives.

We offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Generous store discounts
• Health care plans (medical, prescription, dental, vision)
• 401(k), HSA, FSA, Pre‑tax commuter benefits
• Disability & life insurance coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Pet insurance
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Discounted home and auto insurance
• College tuition assistance
• Career development & product training
• Consumer classes
• & More!

Crafted for you

We recognize our team members are our biggest asset, and we value the critical role each play in contributing to the company’s success. It is our commitment to support and provide access to the resources needed to take care of their health and wellbeing. That is why we offer a variety of benefits, tools, and resources to support through our Total Rewards program. To view our full career page, click here: https://careers.totalwine.com/!

Total Wine & More considers several factors when establishing compensation. Compensation may vary based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, market location, job‑related knowledge, skills and/or experience. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Estimated salaries determined by third parties have not been validated by Total Wine & More.

Total Wine & More is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Total Wine & More makes reasonable accommodations during all aspects of the employment process, including during the interview process. Total Wine & More is a Drug Free Workplace.

The information provided above indicates the general nature and level of work required of the position and is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities or qualifications. Benefits list is only a highlight of some of the benefits offered to team members; eligibility for certain benefits apply.

The anticipated close date of this posting is 120 days from the posted date indicated above.