Director of Finance - FP&A
Vaco Recruiter Services, West Hartford, CT, United States
Director of Finance - FP&A
Position Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced finance leader to oversee strategic financial planning, performance analysis, and executive-level reporting. As a leader, you will deliver financial insights that support operational decisions, long‑term planning, and business growth. The position plays a key role in budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, and evaluating strategic investments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the organization’s budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range financial planning processes.
Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly revenue, sales, and operational performance reports.
Develop financial presentations and reporting packages for executive leadership and board‑level audiences.
Monitor key performance indicators across revenue, costs, operating expenses, and capital expenditures.
Analyze financial results and identify trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic decision‑making.
Establish and maintain effective financial models, reporting tools, and data analysis processes.
Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights on operational and financial performance.
Support pricing reviews, contract analysis, and financial evaluations for strategic initiatives.
Evaluate capital investment opportunities and assist with financial due diligence related to business initiatives.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance reporting, planning, and analytical capabilities.
Ensure financial data accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality while maintaining well‑organized financial databases.
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support leadership and department heads.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, including leadership responsibilities within a cost‑driven corporation.
Experience supporting financial planning and reporting within a complex operational or manufacturing environment preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Power BI, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical, financial modeling, and strategic thinking capabilities.
Proven ability to lead initiatives while working hands‑on with teams.
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
Highly organized with strong attention to accuracy and detail.
Experience working within regulated or government‑contract environments is a plus, not a must.
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Key Responsibilities
Lead the organization’s budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range financial planning processes.
Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly revenue, sales, and operational performance reports.
Develop financial presentations and reporting packages for executive leadership and board‑level audiences.
Monitor key performance indicators across revenue, costs, operating expenses, and capital expenditures.
Analyze financial results and identify trends, risks, and opportunities to support strategic decision‑making.
Establish and maintain effective financial models, reporting tools, and data analysis processes.
Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights on operational and financial performance.
Support pricing reviews, contract analysis, and financial evaluations for strategic initiatives.
Evaluate capital investment opportunities and assist with financial due diligence related to business initiatives.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to enhance reporting, planning, and analytical capabilities.
Ensure financial data accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality while maintaining well‑organized financial databases.
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support leadership and department heads.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, including leadership responsibilities within a cost‑driven corporation.
Experience supporting financial planning and reporting within a complex operational or manufacturing environment preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Power BI, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical, financial modeling, and strategic thinking capabilities.
Proven ability to lead initiatives while working hands‑on with teams.
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
Highly organized with strong attention to accuracy and detail.
Experience working within regulated or government‑contract environments is a plus, not a must.
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