Director FP&A: Hybrid Work, Strategic Forecasting Leader

America's Auto Auction Birmingham

Indianapolis (IN)

Hybrid

USD 130,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Annual incentive

Great benefits & paid time off

Hybrid work schedule

Matching 401(k) plan

Gym membership

Snack/beverage offerings at office

Job summary

America’s, headquartered in Carmel, IN, seeks a Director of FP&A to lead budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis for executive decision-making. You will work with the CFO/CEO and operations leaders, manage a small team, and develop scalable reporting for Finance, Accounting, and Operations.

The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and prioritization in a fast-paced environment. A background in construction/program management and finance is highly valued, with a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
MBA with emphasis in Finance preferred.
CPA and/or CFA Charter.
Strong knowledge of ERP systems and data manipulation/reporting.
Strong knowledge of Program Management or Construction Management work.
5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel for financial modeling.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics F&O D365.
Excellent oral, written and communication skills.
Excellent organizational, problem solving and analytical skills.
Team player with ability to self-start and work independently.
Ability to mentor/train others.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage the annual operating plan and capital budget.
Develop efficient FP&A processes to support information needs.
Apply critical thinking and make recommendations in financial analysis.
Manage 5-year P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow modeling.
Develop investor relations materials.
Prepare Board quarterly financial reporting package.
Review quarterly forecasts with operations; improve forecast accuracy.
Oversee, mentor, and develop the FP&A team.
Collaborate with Operations and Corporate Accounting groups.
Train operations on reporting tools and financial concepts.
Maintain confidentiality of information.
Handle special projects as assigned.

Skills

ERP reporting

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Mentoring

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting or Finance

MBA in Finance preferred

CPA and/or CFA charter

Experience with ERP systems

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamics F&O D365

Job description

Position Summary For Director, FP&A

The primary goal of this position is to provide reliable financial analysis to the executive team for them to make sound financial decisions for the organization. The Director, FP&A will work closely with the Treasurer, CFO, CEO and operations executives to help prepare, consolidate, and analyze budgets, forecasts, M&A valuation analysis, job evaluation/performance analysis and much more.

Description

Director, FP&A

Position Summary For Director, FP&A

The primary goal of this position is to provide reliable financial analysis to the executive team for them to make sound financial decisions for the organization. The Director, FP&A will work closely with the Treasurer, CFO, CEO and operations executives to help prepare, consolidate, and analyze budgets, forecasts, M&A valuation analysis, job evaluation/performance analysis and much more.

This person will lead a team of 1-2 financial analysts and will develop reporting processes for Finance, Accounting, and Operations. Key reporting disciplines include areas such as job cost, labor tracking, revenue and profit recognition, and multi-year financial modeling. Our ideal candidate is detail oriented, has a background in construction and/or program management, accounting, and finance, and has a demonstrated ability to develop efficient and scalable low-cost reporting processes.

The candidate should enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness and display a high aptitude for effectively prioritizing and solving problems. This is a full-time opportunity located in our Carmel, IN headquarters.

Rewards for the Director, FP&A

Competitive starting salary
Annual incentive
Great benefits & paid time off
Hybrid work schedule
Matching 401(k) plan
Gym membership
Inviting corporate office with complimentary snacks and beverages
Fast growing, international auction company

Our Culture

At our company, we move fast and ditch the corporate red tape. Our culture is built on four core pillars: transparency, no bureaucracy, a bias for action, and strict accountability.

This means we value real-time communication over endless syncs and clear ownership over committees.

As the Director, FP&A; you will be empowered to make decisions, trusted to execute, and expected to bring a positive, can-do attitude.

We believe in keeping things simple, trusting our leaders, and always doing exactly what we say we are going to do.

Core Values & Leadership Attributes of the Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a Director, FP&A who not only brings strong financial and analytical capabilities but also embodies the values and leadership behaviors that define how we operate.

Leads with unyielding integrity and consistently does the right thing, even when it is difficult.
Brings enormous energy and a high sense of urgency, proactively identifying opportunities and driving work forward.
Has an innate drive to win and a competitive spirit, while balancing that ambition with genuine empathy and respect for others.
Influences effectively, using sound judgment and thoughtful influencing strategies to impact, shape, or redirect the behaviors and decisions of others.
Embraces and leads change, helping the organization navigate change management with clarity, resilience, and a positive mindset.
Demonstrates intellectual curiosity, continuously asking questions, challenging assumptions, seeking to understand the “why,” and finding better ways to solve problems.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities For The Director, FP&A

Develop and manage the annual operating plan and capital budget.
Develop efficient and scalable processes within FP&A to support the operations department’s information needs.
Apply critical thinking and make recommendations when preparing financial analysis.
Manage the five-year modeling of P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements.
Develop and manage investor relations presentation materials.
Develop and manage the Board of Directors’ quarterly financial reporting package.
Prepare and review the quarterly forecast in conjunction with operations. Apply critical thinking to challenge forecast assumptions to improve accuracy and reliability.
Oversee, motivate, train, and develop the FP&A department team.
Will work closely with Operations Accounting and Corporate Accounting groups.
Ability to effectively train individuals in operations on reporting tools and basic financial concepts such as revenue and profit recognition, job cost analysis, under/over billings, etc.
Protects the organization's value by keeping information confidential.
Other special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications for the Director, FP&A

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.