Description Position: Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP& A) Location: Hartford - HYBRID (2-3 Days in Office / 2-3 Days Remote) Recruiter Contact: Kelleigh Marquard - Kelleigh.Marquard@Roberthalf Overview: Robert Half is conducting an exclusive search on behalf of our esteemed client, a highly successful and rapidly growing defense manufacturer, for an experienced Director of FP& A. This is an incredible opportunity to join a well-established organization during an exciting period of growth. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Director of FP& A will play a key role in driving strategic financial initiatives, building high-performing teams, and optimizing FP& A processes to support the company’s ambitious growth plans. Position Summary: The Director of FP& A will oversee all aspects of financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, operational finance, KPI tracking, and performance reporting for the organization. Leading a central function within this multifaceted company—which operates multiple business units across the U.S.—the ideal candidate will be a strong, results-oriented leader with expertise in developing scalable FP& A functions and systems. Key Responsibilities: + Lead all areas of financial planning and analysis, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and business objectives. + Partner with the CFO to implement long-term financial strategies that support the company’s rapid growth and operational complexity. + Overhaul and re-engineer FP& A processes and systems to streamline planning and reporting, ensuring scalability and enhanced efficiency. + Build and mentor a high-performing FP& A team, cultivating a collaborative and innovative culture to achieve organizational objectives. + Develop and manage the company-wide annual budget and forecasting process, providing accurate and timely financial insights to senior leadership. + Partner with operational leaders across business units to identify growth opportunities, optimize costs, and improve overall performance KPIs. + Provide comprehensive financial analyses, including variance analysis, trend identification, sensitivity studies, and scenario modeling for critical decision-making. + Design and implement dashboards and other reporting tools to monitor key financial and operational metrics across all business units. Perks: + Join a high-growth company in the defense manufacturing industry with ample potential for career progression. + Lead transformative initiatives to modernize and scale a critical FP& A function, leaving a vital mark on the organization. + Work with a supportive and innovative leadership team that values insight-driven decision-making. If you meet these requirements and are interested in this great opportunity, please email your resume in confidence to Kelleigh Marquard at Kelleigh.Marquard@roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential. At Robert Half we never distribute your resume without your permission Requirements • A minimum of 15 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. • Proven expertise in building and managing FP& A functions, including system evaluation and team development. • Strong background in government contracting and percentage-of-completion accounting. • Hands-on approach with the ability to collaborate closely with team members. • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders. • Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and implement new financial workflows. • Proficiency in financial tools such as Hyperion or OneStream, with the ability to assess and optimize systems. • Experience in annual budgeting, month-end close processes, and cash flow forecasting. 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