Principal Director, FP&A

Envestnet•Berwyn, IL

37d•Hybrid

About The Position

Envestnet is seeking a Principal Director, Financial Planning & Analysis to join our Finance department. This is a hybrid role, with in-office work required at our Berwyn, PA office location. Envestnet is transforming the way financial advice is delivered through its connected technology, advanced insights, and asset management solutions - backed by industry-leading service and support. Since 1999, Envestnet has served the wealth management industry and today supports trillions in platform assets, serving over a hundred thousand financial advisors. The vast majority of the nation's leading banks, the largest wealth management and brokerage firms, and over 500 of the largest RIAs rely on Envestnet's wealth management platform and solutions to drive business growth, boost productivity, and deliver better financial outcomes for their clients. Envestnet's Strategy: Deliver the industry-leading wealth management platform, powered by advanced data and insights Leverage our scale and efficiencies to serve our clients' needs comprehensively Enable financial advisors to deliver more holistic advice - reflecting a more complete view of their clients' financial lives, and in a more connected environment For more information, please visit www.envestnet.com. Job Summary: The Principal Director of FP&A reports directly to the Head of FP&A and plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing the company's financial strategy. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analytics that support strategic decision-making and drive business performance. This is a hands-on role requiring a proactive, motivated, results-oriented individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and is comfortable rolling up their sleeves to work alongside the team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, strategic vision, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Requirements

Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a leadership role
Advanced degree, preferably an MBA or equivalent preferred, CPA desirable
10+ years of progressive finance experience
Strong financial management skills, excellent planning, budgeting, and analytical capabilities
Excellent problem-solving skills: ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to synthesize complex or diverse information
Experience in change management
Industry experience preferred - financial technology, wealth management, financial services

Responsibilities

Lead both the short- and long-term integrated planning process for the Wealth business segment to create meaningful financial plans that guide the organization and drive for the achievement of financial and operational objectives
Lead the annual and quarterly budgeting process, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational goals
Leverage financial expertise and robust business acumen to provide comprehensive decision support
Provide internal reporting and analysis of key operating metrics and financial results monthly
Provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and operational decisions
Present findings and recommendations to the executive team and other stakeholders
Create actionable management reporting to drive a deep understanding of financial and operational performance
Conduct profitability analysis of customers, business lines, and new business opportunities
Execute insightful scenario planning and sensitivity analytics
Act as both a visionary and a source of execution for the continued transformation of the FP&A Function
Identify opportunities for process improvement within the FP&A function, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Constantly identify new ways to align data with business knowledge and deliver new value
Actively identify ways to eliminate non-value work and leverage automation whenever possible
Innovate in the area of business analytics, to identify and execute new models that can deliver true business insight
Build and lead a high-performing FP&A team, providing mentorship and guidance, fostering a results-driven culture within the finance department
Mentor and develop FP&A team members, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability
Serve as liaison to Accounting to ensure business unit activities are properly accounted for, particularly revenue recognition
Partner with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with business objectives
Adherence to and application of Envestnet legal, compliance, risk, business continuity and administrative policy within the role and department(s) including the timely completion of training & awareness, affirmations and testing as requested
As part of the responsibilities for this role, you will understand and readily support Envestnet's established corporate business practices, policies, internal controls and procedures designed to create value or minimize risk