Director of Financial Planning and Analysis (Atlanta)

Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Reports to:

Chief Financial Officer Company Size:

~$200MM revenue Location:

Onsite - Atlanta vicinity (5 days/week with some flexibility)

Position Overview The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis will lead the companys financial planning, forecasting, and performance management efforts across a multi-brand distribution company. This role will be a key strategic partner to the CFO and executive leadership team, providing insight into financial performance, driving data-informed decision-making, and supporting growth initiatives in a dynamic, private equitybacked environment. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical rigor, experience supporting complex, multi-entity organizations, and a hands-on mindset suited for a business undergoing operational integration and transformation. Key Responsibilities Financial Planning & Forecasting Lead the annual budgeting process, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial planning across multiple business units. Develop integrated financial models that incorporate revenue drivers, gross margin, operating expenses, working capital, and cash flow. Partner with business leaders to understand key assumptions, risks, and opportunities impacting financial performance. Management Reporting & Performance Analysis Produce timely and accurate monthly and quarterly management reporting, including variance analysis versus budget, forecast, and prior periods. Analyze profitability by brand, channel, customer segment, and product line to support pricing, margin improvement, and investment decisions. Create and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and executive-level reporting to enhance visibility into operational and financial performance. Strategic & Operational Support Serve as a trusted thought partner to the CFO and executive team on strategic initiatives, cost optimization efforts, and growth opportunities. Support business case development for capital investments, new initiatives, and potential acquisitions or integrations. Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Accounting to align financial plans with operational execution. Systems, Process & Data Enhancement Partner closely with Accounting on actuals, close timelines, and data integrity to ensure consistency between FP&A and financial reporting. Support ERP and systems integration efforts, including standardization of reporting and consolidation across multiple platforms. Drive process improvements to enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and scalability as the business grows. Team Leadership & Development Build, mentor, and develop an FP&A team capable of supporting a growing, complex organization. Establish best practices, documentation, and standardized planning and reporting processes. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration. Qualifications & Experience Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA/CFA preferred. 10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or corporate finance, including leadership responsibility. Experience supporting multi-entity, multi-channel, or multi-brand businesses; distribution, manufacturing, or consumer products experience preferred. Prior private equitybacked company experience strongly preferred. Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills with strong attention to detail. Hands-on experience working with ERP systems and financial planning tools. Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear business insights. Key Attributes Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, execution-oriented approach. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with competing priorities. Collaborative leader who partners effectively across functions. High integrity, ownership mindset, and commitment to building scalable finance infrastructure.