JOB DESCRIPTION
As Senior Finance Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis you will operate at the center of strategy, decision-making, and transformation. You will help shape enterprise priorities, influence senior leaders, and build the capabilities that define the future of Finance. You'll have the opportunity to Shape how decisions get made through insight-driven storytelling, Transform processes and tools using data, Automation, and AI, Build and develop a high-performing team, Drive enterprise-wide impact, not just functional support. If you're energized by ambiguity, innovation, and influencing outcomes at scale-this role is built for you. Your contributions will help us achieve: Advanced Strategic Decision-Making by elevating FP&A as a trusted advisor to leadership through forward-looking insights, connect financial performance to business strategy, risks, and opportunities, and enable faster, more confident decisions through clear, actionable narratives. Transform FP&A Capabilities by modernizing planning, forecasting, and reporting through automation and digital tools, improving data accessibility, quality, and governance across the organization, introducing more predictive and scenario-based decision support. Build a High-Performing Team by developing a team known for strong business acumen, ownership, and influence, fostering a culture of curiosity, continuous learning, and accountability, strengthening the leadership pipeline within Finance. Drive Operational Excellence & Governance, ensuring FP&A processes are disciplined, scalable, and aligned to enterprise priorities, improve transparency, consistency, and execution across planning cycles, and embedding a mindset of continuous improvement and value creation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership by translating complex financial and operational data into clear, compelling insights that influence enterprise decisions and strategic priorities.
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Lead scenario planning, risk assessment, root cause analysis, and prioritization efforts to focus leadership on the most critical business opportunities and risks.
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Lead operating plans, forecasts, and long-range planning activities with a value creation mindset while ensuring disciplined execution and governance across FP&A processes.
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Build and oversee advanced financial models, including scenario, sensitivity, workforce planning, and ROI-based investment analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making.
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Support enterprise initiatives and cross-functional programs through financial leadership, business case development, performance tracking, and post-implementation analysis.
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Contribute to long-term strategy with an enterprise-wide and commercially grounded perspective that supports sustainable business performance and growth.
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Lead and develop a high-performing FP&A team by building capability in financial storytelling, business partnership, influence, accountability, and continuous growth.
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Leverage dashboards, analytics, predictive modeling, and AI/ML-enabled solutions to accelerate insight generation, improve decision-making, and optimize investment prioritization and cost management.
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Champion automation, scalable solutions, and strong data governance practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, systems integration, and data quality across FP&A processes.
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Deliver clear, concise, and impactful financial storytelling while influencing stakeholders through credibility, insight, and strong executive presence; lead initiatives with strong project and process management discipline, balancing strategic thinking with detail-oriented execution excellence and a continuous improvement mindset.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, or related field
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10+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related roles
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3-5+ years of experience leading and developing teams
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Strong strategic and analytical thinker with an enterprise mindset and strong business and commercial acumen, able to influence decisions through insight-driven analysis, advanced modeling, scenario planning, and problem-solving, while demonstrating strong prioritization and disciplined execution.
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Strong proficiency in Advanced Excel and PowerPoint, with experience using ERP and planning tools (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Anaplan, Adaptive) and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI), paired with a strong automation mindset, technology curiosity, and interest in leveraging AI and advanced analytics to enhance decision-making.
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Strong leadership presence grounded in accountability and ownership, with a curious, growth-oriented mindset and comfort operating in ambiguity, the courage to challenge the status quo and drive change, high emotional intelligence and stakeholder awareness, and a resilient, adaptable approach energized by continuous improvement.
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Experience supporting enterprise planning, forecasting, and strategic initiatives
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Experience supporting complex, cross-functional initiatives
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) preferred
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Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
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Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred
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Certified Financial Analyst preferred
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Please Note: This is a hybrid position. During the first three months of employment, team members are expected to work onsite approximately three days per week in either our Oakland, CA or Rancho Cordova, CA office for onboarding and training. After this initial period, the role transitions to approximately one day per week onsite. Candidates should be within a reasonable commuting distance of one of these locations.***
Base Pay Information
The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental's assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity.
Pay Grade 24 $123,624 - $267,852
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
- Competitive base and incentive pay
- 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
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Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
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100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
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Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
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Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
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Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
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Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
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Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
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Employee discount program
Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations
This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A.
Important Work Authorization Information
Please note, Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
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ABOUT THE TEAM
At Delta Dental, we're behind millions of smiles and counting. For over 68 years, we've served our communities by increasing access to affordable, quality care - but that commitment to care extends beyond the people we serve, to the dedicated employees who make those smiles genuine. We've come this far by building fair programs that offer opportunities for advancement, create meaningful connections and improve the lives of our employees and their families. Because we know that when we take exceptional care of each other, we can make a positive impact for all.
We champion an inspirational workplace through our commitment to trust, service, excellence and innovation. Joining us means working for a company that offers stability and balance, opportunities for leadership at all levels, and a work environment focused on teamwork and camaraderie.
Discover the smiling faces behind Delta Dental and experience our values and culture in action by connecting with us on social media. Follow Delta Dental Ins. on Facebook and Instagram, #LifeatDDins on Facebook and Instagram, Delta Dental Ins. on Twitter and Delta Dental Ins. on LinkedIn. If you've got an appetite for innovation and want to be a part of a team that's transforming the future of health care, join us!
Since 1955, we have offered comprehensive, high-quality oral health care benefits to millions of enrollees and built the strongest network of dental providers in the country. The Delta Dental of California network includes affiliates Delta Dental Insurance Company; Delta Dental of Pennsylvania; Delta Dental of New York, Inc.; Delta Dental of the District of Columbia; Delta Dental of Delaware, Inc.; and Delta Dental of West Virginia, providing dental benefits to more than 31 million people across 15 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
The company and its affiliates are part of Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA), a not-for-profit national association based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Through our national network of Delta Dental companies, we offer dental coverage in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories. We offer vision coverage through DeltaVision in 15 states and the District of Columbia. Collectively, we deliver benefits to more Americans than any other dental insurance company.
Delta Dental Ins. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Individuals seeking employment at Delta Dental are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, actual or perceived physical or mental disability, registered domestic partner status, caregiver status, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected category. Delta Dental is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, we have adopted and maintain an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy, Harassment-Free Work Environment Policy, and Respectful Workplace policies and will not tolerate violations of these policies.
Unfortunately, our Delta Dental Enterprise is unable to hire individuals residing in Alaska, North Dakota, Nebraska, Hawaii, Oklahoma, Vermont, Maine, West Virginia, New Hampshire, Wyoming, Puerto Rico, District of Columbia (Washington D.C.) or other US Territories at this time.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.
- Delta Dental includes: Delta Dental of California, Delta Dental Insurance Company, Delta Dental of Pennsylvania, and Delta Dental of New York
