Sr. Director, Head of Corporate Financial Analysis

Zoetis•Parsippany, NJ

1d•$220,000 - $335,000

About The Position

Role Description The Sr. Director, Head of Corporate Financial Analysis , leads corporate budgeting and forecasting processes, partnering with business units and finance teams to drive forecasting accuracy. This role is responsible for delivering predictive analytics, scenario modeling, and actionable financial insights to help executive leadership manage risks and seize opportunities. The Sr. Director ensures strong monitoring of business performance through oversight of analytical capabilities/KPIs, management reporting, headcount, and cost analysis, while driving improvements in financial processes and analytical tools. By fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams, maintaining data integrity, and communicating key financial results and trends, this role supports effective decision-making across the organization. The role will be critical in developing a high-performing, future-ready Corporate Financial Analysis and FP&A teams that supports the company’s evolving business needs and financial objectives. The role reports to the Vice President, Corporate FP&A.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required; Master’s, MBA or advanced credential (CPA, CFA) preferred.
Minimum 10-12 years of relevant work experience
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with advanced proficiency in financial modeling (Excel), written analysis, and effective PowerPoint presentations for executive audiences.
Hands-on experience with enterprise financial systems, including S4/HANA, Anaplan, HFM, Essbase, OneStream, or comparable platforms.
Outstanding oral and written communication abilities; skilled at collaborating and influencing across all organizational levels.
Strong narrative and storytelling capabilities—able to craft compelling data-driven presentations and business cases for leadership and board-level stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience collaborating on enterprise strategy design and operational execution at scale.
Proven ability to lead impactful change initiatives, extracting meaningful insights from analytics and driving continuous improvement.
Strong record of partnering with and influencing matrixed teams and senior business leaders.
Energetic, self-directed, and resilient leader who thrives in high-pressure, fast-paced environments and autonomously manages complex, competing priorities.
Decisive and accountable; takes ownership and drives results within area of responsibility.
Superior time management skills with a track record of producing results under tight deadlines.
Proven commitment to developing high-performing teams; excels in coaching, mentoring, evaluating, and ensuring succession for key finance talent.
Willingness to travel as needed for the role.

Responsibilities

Executive Reporting & Strategic Communication Present company-wide financial results, key trends, and actionable insights to the CEO, CFO, and Operating Committee to enable informed strategic and operational decision-making. Develop and deliver targeted financial planning materials, management reporting packages, and executive presentations to facilitate strategic discussions among leadership.
Strategic Partnership & Advisory Collaborate with global business leaders to identify, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) that drive business outcomes and optimize resource allocation. Serve as a financial advisor to senior executives, offering insights into major business strategies, growth opportunities, and risk management. Provide critical insights and predictive analytics to inform proactive decision-making.
Management P&L, Performance Monitoring & Cost Control Build, enhance, and own management P&L reporting, delivering clear, concise, and actionable recommendations to senior leadership. Track operating and financial performance against strategic goals, model corrective actions, and develop dynamic forecasts and scenario analyses. Lead the publication of management packages, including headcount and business unit reporting. Drive cost control by identifying trends, flagging efficiencies, and collaborating with business partners to achieve financial discipline.
Forecasting, Budgeting & Modeling Lead and oversee forecasting and annual budgeting processes in partnership with business units, ensuring accuracy, strategic alignment, and timely completion. Provide advanced financial modeling, analytics, and predictive tools to support growth initiatives, restructuring, capital planning, major investments, and operational improvements. Monitor, model, and communicate the financial impact of operational and external changes, proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and necessary course corrections.
Systems Leadership & Process Optimization Define FP&A system requirements and manage project implementation timelines in collaboration with IT, Accounting, and other stakeholders. Identify and implement system and process improvements to enhance efficiency, transparency, and analytical capability within FP&A.
Cash Flow, Working Capital & Capital Planning Analyze and manage working capital, cash flow, and capital allocation to support optimal operational and strategic outcomes. Partner closely with the Sr. Director, Head of Strategic FP&A, to manage the corporate capital planning process and ensure robust return-on-investment assessments.
Continuous Communication & Cross-Functional Collaboration Maintain effective lines of communication across the organization, acting as a trusted advisor and keeping leadership informed of financial performance, risks, and opportunities. Build strong partnerships with FP&A, Investor Relations, Controllers, VMRD/Enabling Functions, and business segment teams to ensure alignment and clarity in financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
Team Leadership & Functional Development Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Corporate Financial Analysis team, fostering a culture of accountability, analytical rigor, and continuous improvement. Influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional groups without direct authority, championing FP&A’s role as a strategic partner and enterprise value architect.
Ad Hoc Analysis & Additional Responsibilities Provide robust ad hoc financial analysis and executive support for requests from the CEO, CFO, and other business leaders. Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned to address evolving business needs and strategic priorities.