Director of Capital Planning

Forged Fiber 37•Denver, CO

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Director of Capital Planning About Forged Fiber At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future-proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. As we execute, we believe the right way to do something is the only way. This foundation guides how the company builds, operates, and maintains a state-of-the-art open-access fiber network platform that empowers millions. Forged Fiber is about more than building a network. It is about people. Every role matters. Every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, capital planning, corporate finance, or project finance
Strong understanding of capital budgeting, financial modeling, forecasting, and investment analysis, with the ability to connect financial outcomes to operational deployment drivers.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional planning processes and influence investment decisions at the senior leadership and executive levels.
Advanced Excel skills required; experience with ERP systems, planning tools, and business intelligence platforms preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely.
High attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to quickly establish credibility and rapport with a broad set of executives and constituencies

Nice To Haves

Telecom experience preferred

Responsibilities

Own monthly, quarterly, annual, and long-range capital and build plan forecasts, ensuring alignment between deployment plans, spend timing, and cash requirements
Prepare executive-level reporting and recommendations on capital spend, outlook, risks, and investment trade-offs for finance leadership and operating partners.
Lead monthly and weekly recurring meetings with the SLT requiring collaboration with key business partners throughout the organization
Ownership and management of month-end financial reporting and variance analysis, partnering closely with the Accounting team to implement accruals and policies.
Drive process improvement in planning tools, data quality, and reporting to improve visibility, accuracy, and decision making.