VP Financial Planning & Analysis

Confidential; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to steer the company’s planning, forecasting, and performance management. This leader will drive data‑driven insights and ensure alignment of financial plans with business strategies, collaborating with the CFO, CEO, and senior leadership.

The role emphasizes building a high-performance FP&A team, enhancing financial visibility, and supporting enterprise-wide initiatives across finance, operations, and merchandising.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related areas.
• 5+ years of leadership experience with track record of driving financial performance.
• Experience in a multi-unit retail or similar environment preferred.
• Strong experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and executive-level reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making across the organization.
• Partner with senior leadership to align financial plans with objectives and priorities.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to track financial and operational performance.
• Analyze variances to budget and forecast and provide actionable insights.
• Prepare financial materials for the CFO, CEO, and Board of Directors.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Forecasting

Leadership

Financial modeling

Data analytics

Strategic thinking

Communication

Presentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

BI tools

Job description

A publicly traded, growing specialty retailer with a broad national presence and a differentiated value-oriented business model. The Company serves it’s customer base through a dynamic assortment of merchandise and a flexible, customer-focused operating model.

The organization is experiencing continued growth and transformation and is focused on strengthening its financial infrastructure, enhancing operating performance and creating sustainable long-term value for customers, employees and shareholders.

Position Summary

The Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) will lead the Company’s financial planning, forecasting, and performance management processes to drive informed decision-making and support enterprise-wide financial objectives. This highly visible role is responsible for delivering actionable insights, enhancing financial visibility, and ensuring alignment between financial plans and business strategies. The role includes frequent interaction with the CFO, CEO, Senior Leadership team and Board of Directors.

Reporting directly to the CFO, the VP, FP&A will partner closely with Finance, Operations, Merchandising, and other cross-functional leaders to develop data-driven recommendations that optimize financial performance, improve profitability, and support sustainable growth. This role also plays a key part in building a high-performance culture, strengthening financial discipline, and supporting change management initiatives across the organization. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the development and execution of the Company’s annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes. Develops and maintains the financial forecast, working cross-functionally to capture risks and opportunities
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making across the organization
• Partner with senior leadership to align financial plans with business objectives and operational priorities
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track financial and operational performance
• Analyze variances to budget and forecast, providing clear recommendations and actionable insights
• Prepare financial presentation materials for the CFO, CEO and Board of Directors.
• Support investor relations efforts including guidance modeling, review and auditing of press releases and prepared remarks, development of investor presentations, and development of quarterly information packs in support of investor discussions.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial planning processes, tools, and reporting capabilities
• Support executive leadership with financial modeling, scenario planning, and strategic analysis, aligning financial plans with business objectives and operational priorities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to evaluate business initiatives, cost structures, and investment opportunities
• Prepare and present financial reports and insights to senior leadership in a clear and concise manner
• Enhance financial visibility and transparency across the organization through standardized reporting and analytics
• Lead, develop, and mentor the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance and results-oriented culture
• Support enterprise change initiatives by providing financial insights and ensuring alignment with financial goals
• Performs additional duties as may be required (e.g. treasury, procurement, etc)

Required Qualifications and Attributes

• Strong strategic thinking and financial acumen with the ability to connect financial insights to business outcomes
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable recommendations
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to build and develop high-performing teams
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership
• Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Strong understanding of budgeting processes, cost management, and financial reporting
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proficiency in financial systems and data analytics tools
• This position requires travel as needed

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or related areas
• 5+ years of leadership experience with a track record of driving financial performance and team development
• Experience in a multi-unit retail or similar environment preferred
• Strong experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and executive-level reporting