Director of Financial Planning & Analysis - GSB Search Associates LLC

Join a dynamic organization as the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis and lead the charge in building a best-in-class FP&A function from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to shape and elevate the company’s financial strategy, forecasting, and analysis efforts, directly influencing key business decisions. As a trusted strategic partner to the executive team, you’ll have the freedom to innovate and implement cutting-edge financial processes that enhance data integrity and drive performance across the organization. We’re looking for a visionary leader who is ready to make an impact by developing a high-performing FP&A team and transforming financial planning into a competitive advantage for our business.  This opportunity only requires 9 days a month in the office and you get to pick those days. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead the annual budgeting and long-range planning processes in alignment with organizational goals and financial targets.
• Provide strategic financial guidance and insights to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Drive financial modeling and scenario analysis to support decision-making and optimize financial performance.
• Prepare regular financial forecasts and variance analysis, identifying key drivers and trends impacting financial results.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for executive management and board meetings.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast, providing recommendations for corrective actions as needed.
• Analyze financial data and KPIs to assess business performance and support strategic initiatives.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies related to financial reporting and planning.
• Implement and maintain robust financial controls and procedures to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risks.
• Lead and develop a high-performing FP&A team, providing mentorship, coaching, and career development opportunities.

  
  

  Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights, support business planning, and drive operational efficiency initiatives; Acts as a trusted advisor to department leaders and executives.
• Ability to translate complex or ambiguous concepts into actionable items.
• Familiarity with Enterprise-Scale ERP and Financial Planning Systems, such as Workday and Adaptive Insights.
• Familiarity with data warehouses and interfacing with BI and analytics software; expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, statistics, operations management, or business required. Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum ten (10) years experience in finance, preferably in the healthcare or health insurance industry.
• Minimum 3 years in a managerial/leadership role

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or another legally protected status.