Center for Creative Leadership

Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis

Center for Creative Leadership

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Greensboro • North Carolina • United States

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Salary

💰 $190,000 - $215,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Serve as a key advisor to the CFO, CEO, COO, and executive leadership, providing insights that support decision-making and drive growth
  • Set the vision for the FP&A function, leading its transformation to support organizational strategy and operational excellence
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a global FP&A team, including direct reports and FP&A managers, promoting analytical rigor, financial discipline, and a performance-focused culture
  • Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, collaborating across divisions and geographies
  • Own the annual budgeting and long-range planning processes, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and operational plans
  • Oversee periodic forecasting, scenario modeling, and variance analysis to inform resource allocation and business decisions
  • Lead financial analysis for new service offerings, market expansion opportunities, and other investments, utilizing pro forma financials and discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis to evaluate potential returns and risks
  • Develop and present comprehensive margin analyses for all lines of business and markets, incorporating allocation methodologies to support business profitability and strategic decision-making
  • Develop and maintain advanced financial models to support strategic initiatives and new business opportunities
  • Deliver accurate, timely, and actionable management reporting for leadership and the Board, including dashboards and KPI tracking
  • Standardize and automate financial processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of reporting
  • Drive process improvement and system enhancements, leveraging automation and business intelligence tools
  • Champion best practice sharing and continuous improvement across operating businesses
  • Partner with business units and global finance teams to ensure consistent, high-quality reporting and analysis
  • Support project due diligence, integration, and synergy realization, including pro forma financials and scenario modeling
  • Lead cross-functional projects to support new initiatives, operational efficiency, and strategic growth
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies, standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Support internal and external audit processes and maintain robust financial controls

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required; MBA, CPA, or CFA strongly preferred
  • 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including at least 5 years in a senior FP&A leadership role
  • Experience in global, multi-project, or professional services environments preferred
  • Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and analytics
  • Expertise in FP&A platforms and financial management systems (e.g., Microsoft D365, Power BI, other BI tools)
  • Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills; experience with automation tools (e.g., Power Query) a plus
  • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams and FP&A leaders
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership and Boards
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build consensus across diverse stakeholders
  • Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights
  • Creative problem-solving skills and systems-thinking mindset
  • Ability to operate strategically and tactically, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • High integrity and emotional intelligence
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines
  • Experience driving process improvement and change management initiatives
Benefits
  • 403(b) Savings Plan with employer contribution
  • Medical insurance
  • Telemedicine
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Employee and family assistance program
  • Various voluntary options for additional plans or coverage levels
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
financial modelingbudgetingforecastinganalyticsvariance analysisscenario modelingpro forma financialsdiscounted cash flow (DCF) analysisperformance analysisfinancial analysis
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringcommunicationinterpersonal skillsproblem-solvingorganizational skillsattention to detailstrategic thinkingcollaborationcreativity
Certifications
MBACPACFA