Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis – FP&a
| Company | Progressive Leasing |
|---|---|
| Location | Georgia, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- 15+ years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis, and strategy
- 5+ years of leadership experience managing high-performing FP&A teams
- Deep knowledge of financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting
- Experience working in or with publicly traded companies
- Proven ability to operate as a trusted partner to senior executives and influence decisions
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with financial systems and BI tools
- Natural curiosity — you ask thoughtful questions, connect dots, and take action
- Comfort working across interconnected business units in an evolving, ambiguous environment
- Results-driven mindset with strong technical and analytical capabilities
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- A collaborative spirit and a passion for building team-oriented cultures
- Willingness to challenge the status quo and influence change through data and partnership
- Servant leadership mindset, high EQ, and strong people leadership skills
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and continuous improvement of the company’s annual operating plan, long-range strategic plan, and rolling forecasts across all business units
- Drive the creation and evolution of monthly and quarterly financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs to deliver actionable insights to executive leadership and department heads
- Act as a strategic advisor and financial partner to business unit leaders, providing scenario analysis, investment evaluations, and support for key operational initiatives
- Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and proactively recommend improvements to enhance profitability, ROI, and operational efficiency
- Collaborate with teams across Accounting, Business Intelligence, and Fraud to align reporting structures and ensure accurate and timely performance analysis
- Manage and develop a team of 15 across FP&A, Procurement, and Analytics, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Ensure financial planning processes align with internal controls and compliance standards, including SOX and SEC requirements
- Partner with senior leadership to evaluate and support key business strategies — including market expansion, product innovation, and capital allocation
- Lead efforts to evaluate and reduce costs through waste elimination, process efficiency, and performance monitoring frameworks
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA and/or certifications such as CPA, CFA, or CGMA (strongly preferred, not required)