Corporate FP&A Director

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead our financial planning efforts and support the growth of Analog Devices. This role will be responsible for driving key financial planning processes across the company, collaborating with leadership to provide actionable insights, and ensuring the alignment of financial goals with business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis, along with the ability to influence decision-making at the highest levels. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Strategic Financial Planning: 
  Lead the development of quarterly and annual budgets, long-term financial plans, and rolling forecasts, ensuring these plans balance financial objectives with strategic goals and growth initiatives. 

• Performance Analysis: 
  Oversee the analysis of business performance against financial plans, providing timely insights to senior leadership on variances, trends, and business drivers. 

• Financial Modeling & Forecasting: 
  Create and refine complex financial models to support strategic decision-making. Lead regular forecasting cycles, ensuring that financial targets are met and updated as needed based on evolving business conditions. 

• Financial Reporting: 
  Develop and present comprehensive financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs to senior management and stakeholders, providing a clear picture of financial health and performance. 

• Cross-Functional Leadership: 
  Collaborate with the executive team, finance, operations, and other departments to ensure alignment on key business priorities, helping to drive cost efficiency and revenue growth. 

• Process Improvement: 
  Drive continuous improvement in financial planning processes, tools, and systems to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and decision-making capabilities. 

Qualifications: 

• Education: 
  Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or CPA is preferred. 

• Experience: 
  Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, and management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.  

• Technical Skills: 
  Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and financial systems (e.g., SAP, Anaplan). Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Qlikview) is a plus. 

• Leadership Skills: 
  Strong leadership and management skills with a proven ability to lead teams, influence cross-functional teams, and drive change in a fast-paced environment. 

• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: 
  Excellent analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex financial data, identify key trends, and provide actionable recommendations. 

• Communication Skills: 
  Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data in a clear and concise manner to executive leadership and non-financial stakeholders. 

• Business Acumen: 
  A strong understanding of business operations, cost structures, and drivers of profitability, with the ability to translate financial insights into strategic actions.