Director, Financial Planning & Analysis; Remote

Reporting to the Senior Director of FP&A, the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis will lead strategic financial partnership for PBS. This highly visible leadership role will drive best-in-class forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and analytics to support business performance, operational efficiency, and long-term growth. The Director will provide financial leadership, influence commercial strategy, and deliver actionable insights to senior executives.

• Lead the annual budget, forecasting, and long-range planning processes for the PBS Division, providing financial modeling to support operational and strategic initiatives
• Serve as a strategic business partner to PBS leadership by delivering timely, accurate, and insightful monthly financial reporting, including variance analysis, key trends, and future spend projections
• Develop and present executive-level dashboards, scorecards, and reporting packages with clear commentary on performance drivers, risks, and opportunities
• Build advanced analytical tools and financial models, incorporating both financial and non‑financial metrics to evaluate business and market performance
• Partner closely with Accounting during month‑ and quarter‑end close to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and alignment of financial results
• Interpret complex financial and client analytics to influence commercial strategy and guide future investment decisions
• Translate financial and business analysis into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership
• Lead ad hoc financial analyses to support strategic initiatives, M&A evaluations, and operational decision‑making
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Sales, Operations, Product, and Executive Leadership
• Present regularly to Executive Leadership and senior stakeholders, influencing business direction and financial priorities
• Mentor and guide junior FP&A team members to strengthen analytical rigor and business partnership

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; MBA preferred
• 8–10 years of progressive experience in FP&A, finance, or project‑based financial environments
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling expertise; strong ability to analyze large, complex datasets
• Proven experience developing executive‑level financial presentations in Power Point
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to build trusted partnerships with senior leaders and operational teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate financial data into strategic insights
• Strong leadership, influencing, and decision‑making capabilities

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