Executive Director, Financial Planning and Analysis

About Us:

If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner.

We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges. 

Position Overview:

The Executive Director of FP&A will play a pivotal role in driving the financial strategy and performance of the Chamber, contributing to its overall success and sustainability. The position requires a seasoned financial professional with strong leadership skills, a strategic mindset, and deep expertise in financial planning and analysis (FP&A) and accounting principles. The ideal candidate will be adept at leveraging financial data and analytics to inform decision-making, optimize resource allocation, and drive organizational growth.

Responsibilities:

• Spearhead the development and execution of the Chamber’s overarching financial planning and reporting strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Lead the annual budget process, overseeing a comprehensive review, analysis, and allocation of department-specific requirements and timelines while closely monitoring performance against budgetary targets.
• Establish standardized analytics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for organization-wide implementation, including fundraising and sales analytics, to empower the leadership team in steering the business toward exceeding financial objectives.
• Propose innovative cost-saving measures and strategic recommendations to enhance financial performance.
• Create and deliver compelling visualizations and internal presentations, translating analytical insights into actionable strategies for implementation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience commensurate with the role.
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in financial management.
• Strong background in both FP&A and accounting principles.
• Experience with Workday Adaptive preferred, with openness to equivalent financial management software.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and adeptness in team building.
• Familiarity with general ledger accounting systems.
• Proficient in data analytics using mathematical tools such as databases, spreadsheets, and statistical analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

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