Director, Global FP&A

James Hardie•Berwyn, IL

4d•$190,000 - $234,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Vice President, Global FP&A, the Director, Global FP&A is a senior finance leader responsible for driving enterprise-wide financial planning, forecasting, and performance management across James Hardie’s global operations. This role serves as a trusted advisor to the VP Global FP&A, CFO, and Finance Leadership Team, delivering high-quality financial insights and shaping enterprise decision-making. The Director will lead and develop the Global FP&A team while also operating as a hands-on strategic leader—balancing team leadership, global process ownership, and deep analytical capability to elevate the overall FP&A function.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
10-15+ years of progressive accounting/finance work experience with a mix of public and industry experience required
Minimum of 7 years of experience managing and developing high-performing teams, including demonstrated experience leading experienced professionals and/or people managers
Proven ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable to performance expectations
Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills
Strong business acumen and experience partnering with senior leadership
Excellent presentation skills and competence to process confidential information discreetly.
Proven track record of managing complex projects to successful completion.
Capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment is essential.
ERP experience preferred (Oracle, SAP, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Enterprise Leadership: Ability to lead teams and influence across a global, matrixed organization
Strategic Thinking: Connects financial insights to enterprise strategy and growth
Analytical Rigor: Advanced financial modeling and problem-solving capability
Executive Communication: Distills complex data into clear, actionable insights
Influence & Collaboration: Drives alignment across senior stakeholders
Execution Excellence: Strong discipline in processes, controls, and deadlines

Responsibilities

Lead the global planning cadence, including monthly forecasts, AOP, and long-range planning
Align regional inputs across NA, EMEA, and APAC, ensuring consistency in key assumptions (volume, price, mix, plant costs, FX)
Oversee development of driver-based models across P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow
Ensure accuracy, transparency, and alignment of global financial projections
Own consolidated global financial performance reporting, highlighting key drivers, risks, and opportunities
Analyze performance across manufacturing, SG&A, pricing, and product mix to inform decisions
Deliver clear, decision-ready insights to senior leadership and the CFO
Partner closely with the VP Global FP&A, CFO, and Finance Leadership Team
Lead preparation of Board materials, earnings support, and executive reporting
Ensure a consistent and compelling financial narrative aligned to company strategy
Lead financial support for enterprise initiatives, including cost optimization and productivity programs, commercial strategy (pricing, mix, growth), and capital allocation and investment prioritization
Develop scenario modeling and sensitivity analysis to guide decision-making
Act as a thought partner, constructively challenging assumptions and improving outcomes
Establish and drive standardization of FP&A processes, tools, and reporting globally
Improve forecast accuracy, planning discipline, and data integrity across regions
Lead enhancements to systems, reporting automation, and dashboards
Build scalable solutions to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Global FP&A team, including managers and analysts
Set clear priorities, performance expectations, and accountability across the team
Build capability in financial modeling, business partnering, and executive communication
Foster a culture of ownership, rigor, and continuous improvement
Support organizational design, succession planning, and talent development within FP&A
Provide leadership across regional FP&A teams, driving alignment and best practices globally
Partner with Controllership, Treasury, Commercial Finance, and Operations to ensure integrated financial insights
Serve as a key liaison between finance and business leadership