Director of Financial Planning & Analysis

Buffalo Sabres • Buffalo, NY

1d • $140,000 - $165,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) leads the company's financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and financial analysis functions. Reporting to the SVP of Finance, the role provides strategic financial insights and decision support to executive leadership and business partners to support profitable growth, operational efficiency, and financial objectives.

The Director oversees the annual operating plan, periodic forecasts, long-range financial plans, and management reporting processes. The role translates financial and operational data into business insights, identifies risks and opportunities, and promotes accountability for financial performance across the organization. It also leads league financial reporting for the NHL, AHL, and NLL, and supports audits and internal financial systems.

This is an in-office position in an office setting. The work involves sitting or standing at a computer desk for extended periods. Nontraditional hours, including evenings and weekends, may be required as needed. The annual salary is $140,000–$165,000, determined in part by experience, qualifications, skill set, and internal equity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
• At least 8 years of progressive finance experience.
• Competency with Microsoft 365 and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to work nontraditional hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience managing and protecting sensitive data and information, with a strong commitment to confidentiality.
• Ability to multitask, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to delegate, coach, and develop others.
• Ability to convey confidence in employees’ ability to succeed, especially with challenging new tasks.
• Ability and desire to work cooperatively on a team and foster teamwork as a team leader.

Nice To Haves

• MBA.
• At least 5 years of direct supervisory experience.
• Experience with NetSuite, SAP Concur, and KORE.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly reforecasting, and long-range financial planning with the SVP of Finance and functional leaders.
• Develop and maintain financial models for revenue, expenses, profitability, cash flow, and capital expenditure planning.
• Analyze forecast variances and emerging business trends, identify financial risks and opportunities, and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead NHL, AHL, and NLL league financial reporting, including HRR and URO reports.
• Assist with internal and external audits in collaboration with the finance department and other groups, including legal and human resources.
• Lead preparation and delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance reports for executive leadership and department heads.
• Serve as a main point of contact for department budget questions and reconciliation.
• Participate in recruitment, mentoring, and staff development for junior department members.
• Translate complex financial information into actionable insights and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Oversee and support internal systems for financial planning, reporting, accounts payable, and travel and expense (T&E).
• Analyze internal systems for improvement opportunities and recommend new systems or workflows to the SVP of Finance.
• Create ad hoc reports and analyses to support business decision-making and effective operational management.
• Maintain the utmost confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable medical plans.
• Supplemental vision and dental care.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Annual discretionary defined employer contributions.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, volunteer time, and diversity awareness days.
• Up to four complimentary tickets, when available, to Buffalo Sabres, Buffalo Bandits, and Rochester Americans games.
• Annual Health & Wellness fair and monthly wellness initiatives, including lunch-and-learns, fitness classes, and challenges.
• Annual social events for employees and families, including holiday parties and activities.
• DEI committee with annual initiatives.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Community volunteer opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director