Director of Financial Planning & Analysis

GrayMatter Systems • Pittsburgh, PA

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

GrayMatter is seeking a dynamic and analytical leader to join their team as Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). This role is responsible for leading all financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and reporting activities. The individual will partner cross-functionally to deliver actionable insights, drive performance, and build a best-in-class FP&A function. GrayMatter transforms operations and empowers people through technology and consulting services for manufacturers, water utilities, and energy companies, helping them digitize operations, eliminate cybersecurity threats, and harness analytics to accelerate production. The company fosters a culture that encourages learning and collaboration, guided by core values of Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience across accounting, FP&A, and financial reporting roles.
• At least 7 years of dedicated FP&A experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing direct reports.
• Direct experience leading an annual budgeting cycle.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with FP&A and accounting systems
• Demonstrated ability to leverage Power BI to build interactive dashboards and enhance executive visibility into KPIs and forecasts.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting standards and practices.
• Proven ability to act as a strategic business partner, delivering decision support and enabling financial and operational initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into insights and action.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to lead through ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, self-directed leader who can operate independently and make sound decisions.

Nice To Haves

• CPA and/or MBA preferred
• Experience in professional services and project/contract accounting preferred.
• Microsoft Dynamics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct all FP&A activities, including annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and ongoing financial performance analysis.
• Manage the monthly consolidation and reporting of financial results for key stakeholders, including executive leadership, Board of Directors, and lenders.
• Lead regular financial and KPI reviews with company leadership.
• Assess risks and opportunities against company targets, driving strategies to maximize performance and close gaps.
• Provide stakeholders with timely, detailed, and actionable insights into business performance.
• Partner cross-functionally to support financial, operational, and strategic decision-making.
• Prepare special purpose and ad hoc analyses as needed.
• Develop, standardize, and continuously improve planning and forecasting processes.
• Build and enhance financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools, with a focus on automation and scalability.
• Support Finance and Accounting team optimization efforts and help build a best-in-class FP&A organization.
• Partner closely with Accounting to improve accuracy, completeness, and transparency of financial data and reporting.
• Support long-term and strategic planning processes, providing financial insight and modeling.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment
• Employer paid short term disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave
• Additional benefits available such as long-term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA and FSA

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees