Director of Financial Planning & Analysis
Reports to:
Vice President of Finance
Position Summary:
The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is a senior finance leader responsible for driving high-quality financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and decision support across the organization. This role partners closely with executive leadership, operations, and brand teams to provide insight into financial performance, improve planning processes, and support scalable growth.
The Director of FP&A owns core FP&A workflows including budgets, forecasts, board and investor reporting, store-level and G&A financial analysis, and FP&A process improvement, while leading and developing a growing FP&A team.
This role reflects an expansion in scope from execution to process ownership, team leadership, and strategic financial partnership
Expanded Scope & Responsibilities:
Enterprise FP&A Ownership
Assume full ownership of FP&A processes, including annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and long‑range planning- Ensure alignment between operational plans, financial forecasts, and strategic objectives
- Drive consistency, accountability, and transparency across FP&A outputs
Executive & Board-Level Reporting
Own preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual FP&A deliverables for executive leadership- Lead development of board and investor reporting materials, including financial summaries, variance analysis, and forward‑looking insights
- Lead the preparation of periodic and quarterly board meeting materials
- Provide clear, concise financial narratives that support leadership decision‑making
Operational Finance Leadership
Oversee store‑level, brand‑level, and G&A financial reporting and analysis- Partner closely with operations and brand leaders to assess performance, identify trends, and evaluate trade‑offs
- Increase depth and rigor of variance analysis, performance diagnostics, and scenario modeling
Cash Flow & Financial Insight
Support company cash flow forecasting and analysis tied to store‑level and corporate forecasts- Provide insight into profitability drivers, margin performance, and cost structure
- Collaborate with finance leadership on capital allocation and financial prioritization
Process Improvement & Scalability
Lead design, refinement, and standardization of FP&A processes, tools, and reporting frameworks- Improve data integrity, automation, and repeatability across FP&A workflows
- Identify opportunities for improved efficiency through the utilization of artificial intelligence
- Build scalable processes that support growth, complexity, and increased leadership demands
FP&A Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and develop FP&A team members, establishing clear ownership and accountability- Support career progression, skill development, and succession planning within the FP&A function
- Set expectations for quality, timeliness, and business partnership across the team
Cross‑Functional Partnership
Act as a primary finance partner to Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, and other functional leaders- Coordinate closely with Strategic Finance and Accounting to ensure cohesive financial support
- Influence decisions through strong relationships, clear analysis, and credible financial judgment
Success in This Role Looks Like:
High-confidence forecasts that leadership trusts- Clear, insightful reporting that drives decisions—not just explanations
- Scalable FP&A processes that reduce friction as the company grows
- Strong partnerships with operations and executive leadership
- A developing FP&A team with increasing ownership and impact
- Ownership of outcomes, not just deliverables
Benefits
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Company-paid life insurance
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Short- and long-term disability coverage
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Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
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401(k) retirement program with company match
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Professional development and career growth opportunities
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer, as well as occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally in support of office and equipment needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sizzling Platter is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Note:
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned, or the scope of the job may change based on business needs. Please review job responsibilities with management. They will outline essential functions that support the success of the company.
