Senior Director FP&A and Business Intelligence

Status: open

Job context

Hiring for a major US University

Salary expectations – Package

220,000 USD – 240,000 USD

Job location

New York, US

On-site – Remote – Hybrid position

Full remote or Hybrid

Job description

The Senior Director of FP&A and Business Intelligence will lead the organization’s financial planning, analysis, and advanced analytics functions at the portfolio level. This role combines strategic financial leadership with data-driven decision-making capabilities, overseeing the development and execution of sophisticated financial models and business intelligence solutions. Reporting to the SVP of FP&A and working cross functionally with key senior stakeholders, this position will drive financial strategy while leveraging advanced analytics to enhance business performance.

Responsibilities and duties

As the Executive Director for Data & Analytics Operations, you will:

Strategic Financial Leadership

Support the development and management of the company’s annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans
Set and execute data-driven financial strategies that align with overall company objectives
Provide strategic financial analysis and actionable insights to senior management and the Board of Directors
Drive financial performance management through advanced analytics and KPI monitoring
Partner with business unit leaders to align financial planning with strategic objectives

Advanced Analytics & Business Intelligence

Develop and implement sophisticated financial models and analytics frameworks to analyze business performance, profitability, and strategic opportunities
Lead the integration of advanced analytics and AI into the finance function to improve decision-making and forecasting accuracy
Design and maintain comprehensive KPI dashboards to monitor financial health and performance metrics
Drive the development of predictive analytics capabilities to enhance forecasting accuracy
Champion the implementation of advanced financial tools and technologies

Financial analysis and reporting

Oversee the preparation of financial reports, presentations, and analysis for executive leadership
Conduct deep-dive analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Lead quarterly and annual financial performance reviews
Support M&A activities with detailed financial analysis and due diligence

Team Leadership & Cross-functional Collaboration

Collaborate with a high-performing team of FP&A and business intelligence professionals
Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning
Partner with department leaders to drive operational efficiencies and strategic initiatives
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management on financial strategy and performance

Process improvement and collaboration

Lead initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in financial planning and reporting
Spearhead the implementation of automation and advanced analytics tools
Drive continuous improvement in data quality, accessibility, and integration
Optimize financial systems and processes to support scalable growth

Minimum qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field; MBA preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, with significant exposure to business intelligence and analytics.
Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing complex financial processes.
Strong technical background in financial systems, BI tools, and advanced analytics platforms.
Track record of implementing data-driven solutions to drive business performance.
Excellence in strategic planning, financial modeling, and performance analysis.

Benefits + Perks:

Health & Well-being Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
Associate discount We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
Flex Fridays In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday year-round.
Community impact We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
Winter break In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.

Notice

Our prospect is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $220,000 to $339,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.