Director, FP&A

Veritiv Corporation; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Profit sharing

Job summary

Veritiv Corporation in Atlanta seeks a Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to lead a team delivering budgeting, forecasting, and in‑depth financial analysis. You will partner with executives to drive growth, improve performance, and turn data into actionable business results.

The role requires strong analytical skills, exceptional leadership, and expertise in financial planning processes to support strategic decision making across the organization.

Qualifications

• MBA preferred.
• Master's degree or CPA preferred.
• Experience leading FP&A teams and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgets and forecasts for the organization.
• Provide strategic financial insights to senior management.
• Analyze performance against key metrics and report highlights.
• Model financial scenarios to inform strategic decisions.
• Lead and develop FP&A team and cross‑functional partners.
• Ensure regulatory and policy compliance in financial processes.
• Drive cost optimization and revenue enhancement initiatives.
• Partner with leadership to synchronize operating and financial plans.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Data analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree (preferred)

Bachelor's degree

CPA

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Financial Modeling

Job description

Atlanta | Lead corporate FP&A, driving forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis. Partner with executives to accelerate growth, improve performance, optimize investments, champion analytics and process improvement, and turn data into business results

Job Purpose: Our Director of Financial Planning and Analysis will lead a team responsible for providing comprehensive financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to support strategic decision‑making. This role requires strong analytical skills, exceptional leadership abilities, and a keen understanding of financial planning processes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Analyze financial performance against key business metrics and document pertinent financial highlights.
• Support the strategic planning process by providing financial input and modeling.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive business performance and efficiency.
• Manage, develop, and improve key financial processes, including forecasting, budget planning, performance reporting, long‑range planning, cash flow, and balance sheet forecasting.
• Lead the corporate planning function, partnering with leadership team, channel/department heads and FP&A business teams to develop short‑term forecasts, long‑term strategic plans, annual budgets and financial reporting.
• Be an analytical thinker with the ability to identify strategic topics, synthesize complex ideas into clear frameworks, and use analysis to drive strategic priorities.
• Advise business leadership of opportunities and risks impacting business performance.
• Synchronize operating and financial strategy.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company’s growth objectives and long‑term goals.
• Provide comprehensive financial analysis, including variance analysis, profitability analysis, and scenario planning to inform business decisions.
• Collaborate with department heads and senior management to support strategic initiatives and provide financial insights.
• Assess financial risks and opportunities, providing recommendations to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
• Continuously improve financial planning processes and systems.
• Drive the financial aspects of strategic projects, including mergers, acquisitions, and investments.
• Design and implement advanced financial models and analytical tools.
• Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Partner with business units to identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue enhancement.
• Champion the use of technology and data analytics to improve financial planning processes.
• MBA preferred.

Work Experience:

• 5-10 years of related job experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Basic experience of simple office/operational systems.
• Excellent verbal, written, people, and diplomacy skills are required.
• Experienced in providing leadership to others regarding work related systems, processes, and challenges.
• Experienced in strategic management and leadership across company functions directing substantial resources over long time frames.
• Experience of interpreting strategy and policy in order to set and deliver objectives.
• Experience of planning, managing and organizing resources within short/medium timescales within the overall policy framework.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong customer service skills (friendly, courteous and helpful).
• Strong planning and organization skills are required.

Education:

• Master's Degree Preferred
• Bachelor's Degree
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Corporate What We Offer

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits.

About Veritiv

Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers.

Veritiv Corporation, headquartered in Atlanta, Veritiv is a leading provider of design-to-delivery packaging, print, and facility solutions. With a diverse team and global reach, we’re helping businesses cut costs, reduce waste, and improve efficiencies that make doing business easier.

For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.

What We Offer

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee lead Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits and 401k with match start date of hire, paid time off and parental bonding time, tuition reimbursement, annual Profit-Sharing Program and much more!
• Learn more here.