VP of FP&A - Equity Upside, Path to CFO

Ascension Search Partners; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm specializing in leadership roles is seeking a Vice President of FP&A to lead financial planning and analysis in a growth-oriented manufacturing company. This key finance leader will oversee an FP&A team, drive operational insights, and report to the CEO and CFO. Ideal candidates will have 12–15+ years of experience, strong financial acumen, and leadership capabilities, while collaborating cross-functionally with various teams. This role offers exceptional career growth potential toward CFO.

Qualifications

• 12–15+ years of progressive FP&A and operational finance experience.
• Success leading FP&A in a multi-entity or field-intensive business.
• Ability to build and interpret financial statements, manage cash flows.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing FP&A function with accountability and growth.
• Drive monthly financial reviews and consolidated reporting across units.
• Collaborate with field finance to enhance performance.

Skills

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Emotional intelligence

Education

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

MBA or CPA

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

A recruitment firm specializing in leadership roles is seeking a Vice President of FP&A to lead financial planning and analysis in a growth-oriented manufacturing company. This key finance leader will oversee an FP&A team, drive operational insights, and report to the CEO and CFO. Ideal candidates will have 12–15+ years of experience, strong financial acumen, and leadership capabilities, while collaborating cross-functionally with various teams. This role offers exceptional career growth potential toward CFO.