SVP Financial Planning and Analysis

The Woodmansee Group is a Retained Executive Search Firm representing a high-growth future market leader in distribution — an industry segment with approximately $800 billion in annual revenue between North America and Europe. They are seeking an SVP, FP&A. This position will be instrumental in leading financial planning and analysis activities and ensuring the organization's financial health and sustainability. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, spearhead high-impact projects that shape the strategic direction of the company and contribute to industry advancement. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, allowing you to leverage your expertise to drive innovation and operational excellence, ultimately driving success and setting industry benchmarks.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis with a proven track record in a high-growth company. A visionary with strong business acumen. Proven experience evaluating and driving improvements in financial processes, systems, and controls to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Extensive experience in M&A activities, including due diligence, integration, and post-merger financial management. Public company experience required/ international experience preferred.

This position reports to the CFO and is located in Connecticut.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the financial planning and analysis functions to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and forecasting.
• Develop and implement financial strategies, policies, and procedures to optimize the organization's financial performance and support strategic decision-making.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to senior leadership by analyzing financial data, identifying key trends, and presenting actionable recommendations.
• Evaluate and drive improvements in financial processes, systems, and controls to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory requirements. This will involve designing and building an automated FP&A platform that will align to and support the various functional areas of the business.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, such as board members and investors, to communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities effectively.
• Mentor and develop the FP&A team, promoting a culture of continuous learning, high performance, and professional development.
• A willingness to be hands-on as well as strategic
• Staff support will develop over time but initially will require an individual contributor
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills by fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment, driving alignment towards organizational goals, and inspiring a culture of excellence.
• Exhibit exceptional communication skills by articulating complex financial concepts and strategies clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Champion a data-driven approach by leveraging advanced financial modeling techniques, statistical analysis, and forecasting tools to support strategic decision-making and performance evaluation.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

REQUIRED:

•Extensive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis with a proven track record of strategic financial decision-making.

•Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams, fostering collaboration and driving results.

•An entrepreneurial mindset with a proven history of excelling in such an environment

•A visionary with strong business acumen

•In-depth knowledge and experience in supply chain, logistics, or distribution processes and optimization.

•Public company experience required/ international experience preferred

•Possesses a strategic mindset, capable of developing and executing long-term financial plans aligned with business objectives.

•Strong and influential communication style, able to effectively convey complex financial information to diverse stakeholders.

•Flexible and adaptable to changing business environments, able to pivot and adjust financial strategies as needed.

•A confident and persuasive thought leader who is a critical and out of the box thinker (stands up and is not easily intimidated)

•A passion for and experience with rapid paced growth

•Extensive experience in M&A activities, including due diligence, integration, and post-merger financial management.

•Either a Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field, providing a solid foundation for financial leadership or CPA certification demonstrating a high level of financial expertise and adherence to professional standards.

•Proven expertise in capital allocation strategies, optimizing financial resources to drive business growth and profitability.

•Willingness to travel and conduct site visits to develop a thorough understanding of the business operations