Director of FP&A

Shield•New York, NY

43d•$190,000 - $210,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly strategic, hands-on Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to build and lead a best-in-class FP&A function. This individual will serve as a key thought partner to executive leadership, owning long-range financial strategy, revenue and P&L forecasting, and advanced financial analysis to guide decision-making in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment. This is a builder role, and is ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity, operates comfortably at both a strategic and detailed level, and brings a forward-looking perspective on where the business is headed, not just where it has been. Travel will be a requirement for this role, anticipated to be approximately quarterly.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
8+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or a related field, including leadership experience
Strong foundation in financial analysis, with the ability to synthesize complex data into meaningful insights and strategic direction
Proven experience supporting mergers & acquisitions, including due diligence and financial modeling
Deep expertise in long-range planning, cash flow modeling, and advanced scenario analysis
Experience building or scaling FP&A functions, processes, or systems in a high-growth environment
Hands-on experience with financial system implementations or significant process transformation initiatives
Curiosity and openness to leveraging AI and emerging technologies within finance
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a demonstrated ability to identify trends and anticipate business needs
Ability to move fluidly between high-level strategy and detailed execution
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with imperfect information
Public company experience strongly preferred
Strong communication and executive presence, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders

Responsibilities

Lead long-range financial planning, including multi-year modeling, cash flow forecasting, and enterprise scenario planning
Own and continuously refine revenue and full P&L forecasting, incorporating key business drivers, trends, and predictive insights
Perform deep financial analysis to identify trends, variances, risks, and opportunities, translating findings into clear, actionable recommendations
Build dynamic financial models to support strategic initiatives, including M&A evaluation, integration planning, and capital allocation
Support M&A activity, including financial due diligence, valuation support, and post-acquisition modeling
Partner with executive leadership as a trusted advisor, delivering forward-looking insights that shape business strategy
Identify and improve data integrity across financial inputs, driving process enhancements that enable more accurate forecasting and analysis
Build and optimize FP&A processes and workflows to effectively track, measure, and report on KPIs and critical financial metrics
Drive the development and implementation of scalable FP&A processes, systems, and reporting infrastructure
Lead or support financial systems implementations and enhancements to improve data integrity, accessibility, and decision-making speed
Explore and introduce opportunities to leverage AI and automation within FP&A to enhance forecasting accuracy, efficiency, and insight generation
Operate effectively in ambiguity, while balancing precision with speed and iterating as new information becomes available
Collaborate closely with the finance and accounting team as a complementary finance leader, ensuring alignment between historical reporting and forward-looking analysis
Collaborate with the CEO, investors, and cross-functional leaders to drive strategic initiatives and key business priorities.
Prepare materials for board and investor discussions, bringing clarity and insight to complex financial narratives