Financial Planning & Analysis Lead

FIS

About The Position

As the world works and lives faster, FIS is leading the way. Our fintech solutions touch nearly every market, company and person on the planet. Our teams are inclusive and diverse. Our colleagues work together and celebrate together. If you want to advance the world of fintech, we’d like to ask you: Are you FIS? About The Team: Our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Tech Development team plays a critical role in guiding the organization’s strategic decision‑making. We partner closely with business leaders across functions to provide meaningful insights, accurate forecasts, and disciplined financial management. As a collaborative, data‑driven group, we blend analytical rigor with a strong understanding of business operations to influence outcomes and support long‑term growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
5–7+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or financial analysis
Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with financial planning systems or BI tools
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate financial data into meaningful insights for non‑finance stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines, prioritize work, and take ownership of complex projects
Strong business acumen and problem‑solving capability
Ability to lead and influence in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment

Nice To Haves

Experience leading or developing a team
Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or FPAC
Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday) or analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau)
Background in financial modeling for strategic initiatives such as M&A, capital investments, or pricing
Exposure to predictive analytics or automation tools (e.g., SQL, Python, Alteryx)

Responsibilities

Leading the development of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial plans
Serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership by delivering financial insights, scenario modeling, and business recommendations
Identifying risks and opportunities as well as risk mitigation plans
Overseeing monthly financial close activities including variance analysis, trend identification, and performance reporting
Managing and enhancing financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools, including the implementation of AI and automation, to improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency
Analyzing business performance drivers and translating data into actionable insights for operational and strategic initiatives
Facilitating cross‑functional collaboration to ensure financial assumptions align with business objectives
Coaching and mentoring team members to build FP&A capabilities across the organization
Supporting ad‑hoc analyses, investment evaluations, and strategic projects