Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

The Washington Post • Washington, DC

109d • $149,900 - $278,300

About The Position

The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) will play a pivotal role in shaping The Washington Post's financial strategy and advancing growth initiatives across our Advertising, Brand, Engineering, and Product teams. This leader will design and implement financial planning processes that drive data-informed decisions, uncover growth opportunities, and optimize our operational resources. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, collaborative partner, and passionate advocate for the sustainability and impact of quality journalism.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial planning & analysis, M&A, or corporate development at large organizations.
• At least 3 years of experience managing and mentoring teams.
• Proven success in driving financial strategy and growth in a dynamic, fast-changing business environment.
• Expertise in interpreting complex financial data and delivering actionable insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative, performance-driven team culture.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline; MBA or CFA designation preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with FP&A platforms such as Oracle, SAP, Adaptive Insights, or Anaplan.
• Familiarity with trends and business models in the media industry, including digital subscriptions, digital advertising, and audience monetization.
• Proficiency with analytics and visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Support and co-implement a comprehensive financial planning and analysis framework that aligns with enterprise strategy and long-term goals.
• Lead and manage annual planning, forecasting, and budgeting cycles for Advertising, Brand Marketing, Live Events, Engineering, and Product teams.
• Provide strategic financial insights to senior leaders that influence business decisions and identify pathways for revenue and efficiency gains.
• Build and maintain dynamic financial models that inform scenario planning and resource allocation in Advertising and adjacent functions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across Advertising, News, Brand, Engineering, and Product to evaluate business performance and optimize investments.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring fiscal sustainability and proactive decision-making.
• Cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders-including vendors and partners-to align financial communication and performance expectations.
• Lead and develop a team of financial analysts, promoting a culture of high standards, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and two personal days
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
• Robust mental health resources
• Backup care and caregiver concierge services
• Gender affirming services
• Pet insurance
• Free Post digital subscription
• Leadership and career development programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees