Director, Financial Planning and Analysis
CFS, Edina, MN, United States
Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (Hands‑On Leadership Role)
Overview
Our client is seeking a
Director of Financial Planning & Analysis
to join its finance leadership team in a highly visible, execution‑focused role. This position is ideal for a senior FP&A professional who brings director‑level judgment and executive presence
while remaining deeply hands‑on
with financial modeling, forecasting, and business analysis.
Reporting directly to the CFO, this role requires an FP&A leader who is comfortable
owning the work personally , partnering closely with senior executives, and supporting multiple business units in a dynamic, fast‑moving environment. While this role may evolve over time, the immediate and ongoing expectation is
hands‑on FP&A leadership , not a strategy‑only or people‑management‑first role.
Key Responsibilities
Own hands‑on FP&A execution
across multiple business units, including:
Financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis
Annual Operating Plan (AOP) development and ongoing re‑forecasting
Pricing models, margin analysis, and scenario planning
Serve as a trusted thought partner to senior finance and executive leadership by delivering timely, decision‑ready insights
Step directly into high‑priority finance initiatives and manage shifting priorities with minimal direction
Independently lead FP&A workstreams from problem definition through analysis and execution
Partner cross‑functionally with business leaders to align financial assumptions and performance drivers
Interface with executive‑level stakeholders with confidence, clarity, and accountability
Support continuous improvement in FP&A processes and reporting, without excessive bureaucracy or over‑engineering
Maintain rigor, accuracy, and ownership across deliverables in a deadline‑driven environment
Role Profile
This role is intentionally designed for a
hands‑on Director
who:
Enjoys doing the work, not just reviewing or delegating
Brings structure and execution to complex financial questions
Is comfortable operating as a senior individual contributor with executive visibility
Balances strategic insight with tactical follow‑through
Required Qualifications
Proven experience in a
Director‑level FP&A role
within a
PE‑backed, manufacturing, retail, or consumer‑focused organization
Demonstrated
hands‑on expertise
in financial modeling, forecasting, pricing, and AOP ownership
Advanced Excel skills, including building and maintaining models from scratch
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights
Executive presence and experience partnering directly with senior leadership
Ability to operate independently in a fast‑paced, evolving business environment
Willingness and ability to work
onsite in Bloomington, MN Tuesday–Thursday
(local candidates only)
Preferred Experience
Experience supporting complex or multi‑business‑unit organizations
Exposure to FP&A tools such as
Adaptive Planning, Power BI, Tableau , or similar platforms
Background in environments requiring both rigor and agility (growth, transformation, or private‑equity ownership)
Work Model
Hybrid, 3 days on-site required per week
Compensation $160,000 - $210,000/year
#INAPR2026
Overview
Our client is seeking a
Director of Financial Planning & Analysis
to join its finance leadership team in a highly visible, execution‑focused role. This position is ideal for a senior FP&A professional who brings director‑level judgment and executive presence
while remaining deeply hands‑on
with financial modeling, forecasting, and business analysis.
Reporting directly to the CFO, this role requires an FP&A leader who is comfortable
owning the work personally , partnering closely with senior executives, and supporting multiple business units in a dynamic, fast‑moving environment. While this role may evolve over time, the immediate and ongoing expectation is
hands‑on FP&A leadership , not a strategy‑only or people‑management‑first role.
Key Responsibilities
Own hands‑on FP&A execution
across multiple business units, including:
Financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis
Annual Operating Plan (AOP) development and ongoing re‑forecasting
Pricing models, margin analysis, and scenario planning
Serve as a trusted thought partner to senior finance and executive leadership by delivering timely, decision‑ready insights
Step directly into high‑priority finance initiatives and manage shifting priorities with minimal direction
Independently lead FP&A workstreams from problem definition through analysis and execution
Partner cross‑functionally with business leaders to align financial assumptions and performance drivers
Interface with executive‑level stakeholders with confidence, clarity, and accountability
Support continuous improvement in FP&A processes and reporting, without excessive bureaucracy or over‑engineering
Maintain rigor, accuracy, and ownership across deliverables in a deadline‑driven environment
Role Profile
This role is intentionally designed for a
hands‑on Director
who:
Enjoys doing the work, not just reviewing or delegating
Brings structure and execution to complex financial questions
Is comfortable operating as a senior individual contributor with executive visibility
Balances strategic insight with tactical follow‑through
Required Qualifications
Proven experience in a
Director‑level FP&A role
within a
PE‑backed, manufacturing, retail, or consumer‑focused organization
Demonstrated
hands‑on expertise
in financial modeling, forecasting, pricing, and AOP ownership
Advanced Excel skills, including building and maintaining models from scratch
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights
Executive presence and experience partnering directly with senior leadership
Ability to operate independently in a fast‑paced, evolving business environment
Willingness and ability to work
onsite in Bloomington, MN Tuesday–Thursday
(local candidates only)
Preferred Experience
Experience supporting complex or multi‑business‑unit organizations
Exposure to FP&A tools such as
Adaptive Planning, Power BI, Tableau , or similar platforms
Background in environments requiring both rigor and agility (growth, transformation, or private‑equity ownership)
Work Model
Hybrid, 3 days on-site required per week
Compensation $160,000 - $210,000/year
#INAPR2026