Senior Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

National Vision•Alpharetta, GA

About The Position

National Vision is transforming Finance into a more integrated, forward-looking function that drives enterprise performance and decision-making. The Senior Director of Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis will lead Corporate FP&A, overseeing the company's financial planning, performance management, and executive reporting cadence. The role establishes the processes, standards, and accountability that connect financial close, reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning. In partnership with Finance and business teams, this leader delivers consistent, actionable financial insights while modernizing systems and strengthening organizational capabilities. The position leads enterprise financial cadence and performance management; FP&A close analysis and reporting; three-statement analysis; forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning; executive reporting and financial narratives; FP&A systems and process modernization; and the development of a high-performing FP&A team. The role also works with Strategy, Investor Relations, BI, IT, Finance Systems, Accounting, Retail Finance, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or corporate development, with exposure to enterprise planning and reporting.
6+ years of financial experience spanning P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, accounting close, and financial modeling.
6+ years of demonstrated ability to independently lead complex financial processes, drive cross-functional initiatives, and deliver measurable improvements.
3+ years of experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing finance teams.
3+ years of experience managing financial systems architecture and partnering with technical experts to integrate enterprise planning, reporting, data infrastructure, and automation capabilities.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
Advanced Excel, financial modeling, analytical problem-solving, and executive PowerPoint skills.
Strong accounting fluency and expertise in enterprise forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial performance management.
Expertise in data visualization tools; Power BI preferred, Tableau acceptable.
Experience with enterprise planning systems such as Oracle EPM, Hyperion, or equivalent, and strong data literacy.
Exceptional financial synthesis, executive communication, and presentation skills.
Proven change-leadership capability within evolving FP&A or transformation environments.

Nice To Haves

MBA, master's degree in a related field, CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional qualification.
Completion of a rigorous corporate financial leadership development, rotational finance, internal audit, or comparable professional training program.

Responsibilities

Lead the enterprise Finance cadence across Corporate FP&A, Retail Finance, BI, Accounting, and other stakeholders.
Establish a financial management framework spanning the P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and key operational metrics.
Establish financial ownership, reporting standards, and performance review processes with accountable Finance and business leaders.
Lead FP&A close analysis and management reporting, partnering with Controllership on financial accuracy and integrity.
Oversee three-statement performance analysis, including variance explanations, financial bridges, working capital, and inventory.
Identify emerging financial risks, opportunities, and underlying performance drivers to inform management decisions.
Lead enterprise forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range financial planning across business and functional teams.
Establish driver-based forecasting, assumption governance, financial bridges, and measurable forecast accuracy standards.
Oversee integrated financial models, scenario analysis, and financial guidance support in partnership with Strategy and Investor Relations.
Own the Monthly Business Review and executive financial reporting, integrating performance insights across the enterprise.
Develop financial narratives and executive-ready materials for leadership decisions, Board reporting, and Investor Relations.
Lead FP&A systems and process modernization, integrating enterprise planning, reporting, data infrastructure, and automation.
Partner with BI, IT, and Finance Systems to establish scalable solutions, data integrity, and standardized financial tools.
Lead and develop a high-performing FP&A team through accountability, delegation, coaching, and performance management.
Independently drive functional priorities, resolve cross-functional challenges, and appropriately escalate material financial or strategic decisions.