Strategic Finance Partner

Global Partners LP; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 136,200 - 204,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional Development programs

Job summary

Global Partners LP in Waltham, MA is looking for a Finance Business Partner to support the Fuels Marketing business unit. You'll serve as the primary finance liaison, collaborate across teams, and provide strategic financial guidance. The role requires strong analytical skills and at least 7 years in finance roles.

Key responsibilities include financial reporting, budgeting, and optimizing costs. The position offers a competitive salary range of $136,200 to $204,200, reflecting experience and expertise.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or related role.
• Proven ability to influence and challenge stakeholders constructively.
• Understanding of financial statements and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare regular reports on key performance indicators and financial results.
• Lead budget development and management for the Fuels Marketing Business Unit.
• Analyze and optimize operating expenses to improve profitability.

Skills

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Excel

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

MBA, CPA, or CMA

Tools

Financial planning tools

BI tools

Job description

We are hiring for a Finance Business Partner to serve as a strategic partner with our Fuels Marketing business unit leader. This role will be the primary finance liaison for the SVP, Fuels Marketing to understand strategic goals, challenge assumptions, drive accountability, and provide financial guidance. The Finance Business Partner will also collaborate with accounting, FP&A, and operational teams to ensure alignment on financial reporting and strategy, translating complex data for non‑financial stakeholders. This position stays abreast of economic and financial trends to develop business strategies and tactics. This position is based in Waltham, MA and requires a minimum of 4 days a week in the office.

At Global Partners, business starts with people. Since 1933, we’ve believed in taking care of our customers, our guests, our communities, and each other—and that belief continues to guide us.

The Global Spirit is the cornerstone of our commitment to success. As a Fortune 500 company with 90+ years of experience, we’re proud to fuel communities—responsibly and sustainably. We show up every day with grit, passion, and purpose—anticipating needs, building lasting relationships, and creating shared value.

Your Role, Your Impact

• Financial Reporting: Preparing regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs), financial results, cost drivers, and profitability metrics. Analyze and interpret financial results, providing actionable insights and recommendations. Identify strengths, gaps, and recommendation adjustments to close gaps.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead budget development and management, forecasting/re‑forecasting, and variance analysis process for the Fuels Marketing Business Unit.
• Capital Expenditure Management: Supporting decisions related to capital investments and asset management. Active participant in creating a Retail process and system of modeling and supporting all capital planning and deployment.
• Financial Modeling: Building and maintaining financial models and modeling tools to support investment decisions, pricing strategies, and resource planning. Support business cases and ROI analysis for new initiatives and projects, analyzing sales opportunities, inventory/expenses, and profitability. Understanding the levers the BU can move to drive or capture revenue.
• Analysis and Recommendation: Identifying trends, opportunities, and challenges in the Fuels Marketing business unit providing recommendations for improvements always looking for opportunities focused on leverage opportunities with growth.
• Cost Management: Analyzing and optimizing operating expenses to improve and optimize profitability.
• Strategic Planning: Work closely with the SVP, Fuels Marketing and other stakeholders, including FP&A and Accounting, in the strategic planning process and financial decision‑making to ensure that financial considerations are integrated into business planning and operations. Facilitate communication between Finance departments and other parts of the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA, CPA, or CMA a plus).
• 7+ years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or a related finance or accounting role, including 3+ years of team leadership.
• Proven ability to influence and challenge stakeholders constructively; comfortable working in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional, and dynamic business environment.
• Advanced Excel, financial modeling, and data analysis skills; proficiency in financial planning tools and/or BI tools.
• Excellent analytical, communication, interpersonal, and executive presentation skills; ability to synthesize financials for non‑financial stakeholders.
• Track record of partnering with senior business leaders and influencing strategic decisions.
• Business acumen with a strong understanding of financial statements and performance metrics.
• Ability to lead, mentor and coach a team of professionals.

Pay Range

$136,200.00 - $204,200.00

The pay range for this position is outlined above. The final amount offered at the start of employment is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience level, knowledge, skills, abilities and geographic location, and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

Our Commitments to You

• Competitive Pay – We offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth within.
• Health & Wellness – Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, along with additional wellness support.
• The Road Ahead – We offer 401(k) and a match component. We also provide tuition reimbursement; this benefit is offered after 6 months of service.
• Professional Development – We value lifelong learning and have many internal development programs and access to other on‑demand learning for continued career growth.
• These commitments are offered to employees in permanent roles, as part of our support for long‑term growth and success.

What to Expect From the Hiring Process

We value passion and potential. Please apply if you’re qualified and interested—we’d love to hear from you.

A member of our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and may connect you with the hiring manager if your experience is a strong match.

Interviews are conducted virtually and in person, depending on the role. We’ll provide more details about next steps if selected to move forward.

Global Partners LP is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a company culture where ideas from all people help us grow, move and thrive. We embrace the diversity of all applicants and do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to apply, please contact our recruiting department at 781-747-9675 or 781-7GP-WORK.

Disclaimer

At Global Partners, we don’t use lie detector tests for any employment decisions. We follow all the rules and regulations, so we need to let you know. In Massachusetts, it’s illegal to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.