VP, Financial Planning and Analysis

Gerber Payroll Services, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 270,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual PTO

Parental leave

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & V

401(k) with company match

Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance

Education opportunities

Uniform stipend

Voluntary Daily Pay

Job summary

Gerber Collision & Glass is seeking a Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis to serve as a senior Finance leader guiding planning, performance management, and strategic decision support across the business. This executive leads the Finance Business Partner organization and partners with senior leaders to translate priorities into actionable financial plans.

Responsibilities include leading planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and scenario analysis; delivering KPI analyses

Qualifications

• Executive-level communication and presentation skills for senior leadership.
• Ability to lead FP&A and Finance Business Partner teams.
• Expertise in financial planning, forecasting, modeling, and scenario analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead Finance Business Partner organization and partner with senior leaders.
• Oversee planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Develop and deploy KPI analyses, variance analyses, and decision support.

Skills

Executive-level communication

Leadership

Financial planning

Forecasting

Financial modeling

Strategic advisory

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

CPA, MBA, or other relevant advanced degree

Job description

Company: Gerber Collision & Glass Great Teams Don’t Happen by Accident Built with Intent. Driven by YOU. At the Gerber Collision & Glass, our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and supportive environment you need to Be the Best and outperform at every touchpoint in collision and glass services. As we continue to grow and lead the industry, we ensure you have the resources and the team behind you to move your career forward.

Our Commitment: The Boyd Group welcomes unique talents from all backgrounds and characteristics. We act with integrity and appreciate the diverse perspectives that make our "Greater Team" exceptional. Qualified individuals, including those with disabilities and Protected Veterans, are encouraged to apply.

Job Description

Job Summary

The Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis is a senior Finance leader responsible for financial planning, performance management, Finance Business Partnership, and strategic decision support across assigned businesses and functions. Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis, this executive serves as a trusted financial advisor to business and functional leadership, translating enterprise priorities into actionable financial and operating plans and providing the insights, recommendations, and decision support required to improve business performance and achieve financial objectives. Through leadership of the Finance Business Partner organization, the Vice President builds and develops a high-performing team that provides proactive financial leadership across the organization. This role establishes a consistent and scalable approach to Finance Business Partnership, strengthens the capabilities of the team, and ensures Finance resources are effectively deployed to support the needs and priorities of the business. Working closely with business leaders and enterprise FP&A, the Vice President leads planning and forecasting, business performance management, financial modeling and scenario analysis, and identification of financial risks and opportunities across assigned areas. The Vice President serves as a senior point of contact for Finance, bringing together financial and operational perspectives to challenge assumptions, improve accountability, and translate financial insights into actions that improve operating and financial performance.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Finance Business Partner Leadership – Lead, develop, and bring together the Finance Business Partner organization, establishing a consistent and scalable approach to financial partnership across the business.
• Financial Leadership & Business Partnership – Serve as the senior Finance partner to assigned business and functional leaders, providing financial counsel, insights, and constructive challenge to support business decisions, improve performance, and achieve financial objectives. Develop a deep understanding of business and operational performance drivers and translate financial information into actionable recommendations.
• Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting – Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting across assigned businesses and functions in alignment with the Company's enterprise planning framework. Partner with business leaders to translate operating priorities, workforce requirements, productivity expectations, and strategic initiatives into integrated financial plans and forecasts.
• Business Performance Management – Lead the financial performance management rhythm across assigned areas, including business reviews, management reporting, KPI analysis, variance analysis, and identification of risks and opportunities. Partner with business leadership to identify performance gaps, understand underlying drivers, and establish actions to improve results.
• Strategic Financial Analysis & Decision Support – Provide leadership for financial modeling, scenario analysis, business case development, and decision support for significant business and enterprise initiatives. Evaluate financial and operational alternatives and provide recommendations that support growth, productivity, profitability, and effective resource deployment.
• Capital Investment & Business Initiative Support – Support capital investment and significant business decisions through financial modeling, business case development, scenario analysis, and performance measurement of approved investments. Partner with enterprise Finance and business leaders to ensure financial impacts are appropriately reflected in operating and financial plans.
• FP&A Process & Capability Improvement – Identify and lead opportunities to improve financial reporting, forecasting, analytics, systems, and FP&A processes. Champion increased automation, standardization, transparency, and use of data to improve the effectiveness and scalability of financial decision support.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, with 12+ years of progressive Finance or FP&A experience and demonstrated leadership of FP&A and/or Finance Business Partner teams. Deep financial acumen and expertise in financial planning, forecasting, performance management, financial modeling, and scenario analysis. Demonstrated ability to partner with senior operational leaders, understand key business and financial performance drivers, and translate insights into actionable recommendations. Strong business judgment with the ability to constructively challenge assumptions, influence decisions, and serve as a trusted financial advisor to senior leadership. Executive-level communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely. Proven ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams and establish effective cross-functional partnerships. Ability to operate effectively in a complex, fast-paced organization while driving financial discipline, accountability, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision‑making.

Preferred Education and/or Experience

CPA, MBA, or other relevant advanced degree or professional designation. Experience in automotive collision repair, multi-site services, or another geographically dispersed operating environment. Experience with acquisitions, integrations, and significant business transformation initiatives. Experience supporting executive leadership in a publicly traded, multi-location organization in the US and Canada. Experience supporting executive and Board-level financial reporting, planning, and business performance discussions.

Other Requirements

Travel, physical requirements, etc.

• Ability to travel up to 20% throughout the United States and Canada.
• Valid passport required.

Benefits That Drive Your Success

Gerber offers the comprehensive benefits you expect from an industry leader, including:

• Annual Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
• 2 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for Full time Employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week
• 6 paid holidays annually
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance effective Day 1
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Free Prescription or Non-Prescription Safety Glasses annually
• Annual Voluntary Uniform Stipend
• Voluntary Daily Pay option available

About Us

Gerber Collision & Glass has been WOWing customers with our collision repair services for over 80 years. Please visit gerbercareers.com to learn more about our company.

AI Disclosure Statement

At The Boyd Group and all affiliated companies, we do not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for employment. All hiring decisions are made by real people who review each application individually.

Compensation Details

• SALARY $270,000 - $315,000 / Year Compensation is commensurate with skill, education and experience.
• Supplemental Pay: This position may also be eligible for Bonus opportunities tied to individual or business initiatives.
• Candidates are required to be in the Chicagoland area with 3-4x per week in our Rosemont, IL office.
• At The Boyd Group, we put our team members first. You’ll receive a great salary and benefits, and experience the support and opportunity you deserve. You’re empowered to make decisions. You control your future.