Senior Director, FP&A – Retail Finance

Purchasing Power

Senior FP&A leader modernizing planning and forecasting at Purchasing Power, a payroll-deduction fintech. Building AI-enabled finance processes and leading retail performance analysis.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in financial planning and analysis, with a strong focus on operational alignment, forecasting, and budgeting. Proven ability to lead teams, drive AI adoption, and connect financial outcomes to operational strategies in a retail environment.

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Financial Planning And Analysis (FP&A)Team Leadership And DevelopmentFinancial Modeling And ForecastingAI Adoption And AutomationRetail Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial ModelingForecastingAnalytical CapabilitiesUnit EconomicsGross Margin ManagementPromotional PlanningCustomer Cohort PerformanceOperational KPIsScenario PlanningInvestment Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInfluencing Operational DecisionsHands-On Mindset

Tools & Technologies

ERP Systems (Oracle, Workday)ExcelPowerPointSQLTableauPower BISnowflakeAI Tools (Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot)

Industry Keywords

Retail ExperienceOperational FinanceBusiness-Driver DashboardsHigh-Growth EnvironmentsDynamic Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracleSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting with emphasis on operational alignment and execution
Partner with leaders across merchandising, operations, technology, and servicing to provide insight and decision support
Drive visibility into unit economics, customer and cohort behavior, margins, and operational KPIs
Build and modernize forecasting models, operational reporting, and business-driver dashboards
Lead adoption of AI and automation across FP&A
Set the vision for an AI-forward finance function and establish responsible workflows
Support scenario planning and investment analysis
Partner with Accounting and central PROG finance teams on accurate, aligned financial data and reporting
Build scalable processes for a growing business
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, operational finance, or related roles
Experience leading and developing teams
Proven retail experience required
Strong understanding of unit economics, gross margin management, merchandising and assortment strategy, promotional planning, and customer cohort performance
Ability to partner with business leaders and influence operational decisions
Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical capabilities
Ability to connect financial outcomes to operational drivers and strategy
Excellent communication skills and ability to translate complex data into executive-ready insight
Comfort operating in high-growth, mid-sized, or dynamic environments with a hands-on mindset
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle or Workday
Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
Familiarity with SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or Snowflake highly valued
Hands-on use of AI or large-language-model tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, or Copilot
Experience piloting or deploying AI- or automation-enabled forecasting, variance analysis, or reporting workflows
Track record of leading AI adoption by example
Ability to evaluate tools and design practical, responsible AI workflows

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Career Development
Employee Purchase Program
Opportunities for growth and development
Volunteer and community-support opportunities