Director, Strategic Planning & Analysis

Armanino LLP•Salt Lake City, UT

13d

About The Position

At Armanino, you determine your career path. This means it's possible to pursue challenges you are passionate about, in industries you care about. Armanino is proud to be Among the top 20 Largest Firms in the Nation and one of the Best Places to Work. We have a community of resources that are ready and willing to support your ideas, build your skills and expand your professional network. We want you to integrate all aspects of your life with your career. At Armanino, we know you don’t check-out of life when you check-in at work. That’s why we’ve created a unique work environment where your passions, work, and family & friends can overlap. We want to help you achieve growth by giving you access to a network of smart and supportive people, willing to listen to your ideas. The Director of BU Strategic Planning & Analysis is the senior strategic planning, insight and analytics leader for a major business unit at Armanino, responsible for driving forward‑looking planning, performance insights, and data‑driven decision‑making. This role partners closely with Business Unit leadership to guide revenue growth, staffing strategy, and profitability while aligning with firmwide FP&A on forecasting, budgeting, and firmwide financial initiatives. This is a high‑impact role for a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of operations, finance, and leadership influence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, related major or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in strategic planning, finance, analytics, or operations
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in people leadership or senior project leadership experience
Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and KPI analysis expertise
Proven ability to influence senior leaders through insight and data
Strong executive‑level communication and presentation skills
Strategic and critical thinking with strong execution orientation
Deep understanding of professional services business models and metrics
Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, and attention to detail
Strong project management and prioritization skills in dynamic environments
Ability to operate effectively amid ambiguity and transformational change

Nice To Haves

Experience with Workday, Adaptive Planning, and Business Objects
Professional services or consulting industry experience
Background supporting multi‑regional and multi‑service‑line organizations

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Forecasting Identify risks and opportunities and deliver clear, actionable recommendations to leadership based on operational and financial analysis of the business
Perform detailed variance analysis, KPI tracking, and trend analysis to assess business performance and identify improvements
Lead monthly revenue, pipeline, and staffing forecasts with a focus on accuracy, scalability, and insight
Partner with central FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and periodic financial analysis
Profitability & Business Insights Develop and maintain service and engagement‑level costing and profitability models
Analyze client and engagement profitability to support margin optimization initiatives
Monitor market and industry trends to inform planning assumptions and long‑term strategy
Executive Reporting & Communication Prepare executive‑level reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership
Translate complex financial and operational data into clear strategic narratives
Support BU leadership in budget, forecast, and strategic planning discussions
Operational Partnership & Process Improvement Collaborate with BU Operations, Resource Management, and firmwide Finance and Operations teams
Design and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and insight
Support special strategic initiatives and cross‑functional projects as needed
Leadership & Culture Foster a collaborative, high-performance environment focused on quality insights and strong client outcomes
Lead with curiosity, accountability, and a continuous‑improvement mindset