Vice President, FP&A

Vice President, FP&A

About the Company

Large chemical company developing thermoset resins

Industry
Chemicals

Type
Privately Held

Founded
1857

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Chemical
• Chemicals
• Basic Chemical Manufacturing

About the Role

The Company is seeking a VP, FP&A Leader to Chief Commercial Officer. The successful candidate will serve as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to the Chief Commercial Officer and the entire commercial organization. This role is pivotal in driving business initiatives, growth, cost and productivity opportunities, business planning, M&A, and overall strategic direction. The VP, FP&A Leader will be a key member of both the CCO's and CFO's leadership teams, with a strong focus on profit and loss management, cash flow optimization, and the development of best-in-class FP&A capabilities. They will also be responsible for aligning business unit reporting, leading budgeting and forecasting processes, and playing a significant role in the organization's S&OP processes. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in finance, strategic planning, or economics, with an MBA preferred, and a minimum of 15 years' of relevant experience. The role requires a candidate with strong analytical skills, proficiency in data analysis and financial modeling, and the ability to lead high-performance teams. The ideal candidate will have a background in chemical or manufacturing industries and a proven track record in managing work and teams through leading FP&A practices. Key attributes include curiosity, the ability to scan the business horizon for opportunities and risks, and the capacity to challenge the status quo while being a thought partner to the CCO. The role demands a professional who can effectively communicate and present ideas at all levels of the organization and who is adept at coaching and developing their team.

Hiring Manager Title
Chief Commercial Officer

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Finance