Vice President Financial Planning & Analysis

The VP of Finance Planning & Analysis position reports to the Chief Financial and Operating Officer and is a critical leader in the finance organization. This position will lead the global FP&A function and further develop it as a COE across the company, including corporate functions and business units. With responsibility for developing the company’s long-range plans, budgets, forecasts, and management reporting, the position interacts regularly with the company’s business units, global categories, sales geographies, and other functional groups. The role requires excellent analytical and influencing skills and an ability to quickly understand the financial implications of business decisions and drive an inclusive, value-based, and high-performing culture. Our global Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team drives strategic decision-making by providing functions with financial and operational context. The FP&A team is a valued business partner that works across the organization to provide insightful, accurate analysis and recommendations that help the organization understand the financial impact of business decisions and drive growth. The VP of FP&A will further strengthen the organization and processes and work closely with senior function and business unit leaders to drive growth and value creation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Financial Planning & Analysis function. Be a thought leader and foster business partnerships between the FP&A function and departments, forging bonds that streamline analysis and budgeting conversations.
• Lead the segment and complete company planning cycle, including long-range strategic plans, annual operating plans, and monthly/quarterly P&L forecasting processes
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track business performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to senior management.
• Provide financial insights and work closely with senior business leaders to drive growth and long-term value creation.
• Analyze trends and benchmark results: support business functions with such analysis and challenge business functions when results are different
• Partner closely with key stakeholders to help translate business strategies and objectives into financial outcomes.
• Collaborate with functional teams and deliver fact-based recommendations that support financial targets, improve profitability, operational efficiency, and effectiveness
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages for presentation to executive management and the Board of Directors.
• Build consistent FP&A processes and tools for financial reporting and modeling to maintain compliance and deliver guidance.
• Build and lead a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, challenge, collaboration, and professional development.
• Contribute to the growth and culture of a high-performing global team.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in financial planning and analysis or business analysis, with at least five years in a senior leadership role within a multinational consumer goods company.
• Strong leadership history in complex and changing environments with demonstrated ability to gain trust and support from cross-functional peers and teams.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
• Superior communication and presentation skills.
• Change agent with a proven track record of agility and business acumen
• Strong management and coaching skills for remote and international team members. Ability to manage a team in remote locations.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and financial modeling skills
• Knowledge of financial planning systems (Hyperion, SAP)
• Experienced in public companies and with SEC reporting and US GAAP is a plus
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• BA or BS in Finance or Accounting; MBA desired but not required