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Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis

The Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) plays a critical executive leadership role in shaping Cavender's financial strategy, performance management, and long-range planning. Reporting to the VP Finance Controller, this position leads enterprise-wide budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and strategic analysis. The Senior Director partners with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights that guide key decisions and support sustainable growth. This role requires a seasoned leader with exceptional financial acumen, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

Support the "Cavender's Culture" and drive our Mission, Vision, and Values

Lead the development of the annual operating plan, long-range financial forecasts, and multi-year strategic financial models.

Oversee Treasury to strengthen financial strategy, resource allocation, and capital planning.

Oversee and continuously enhance FP&A processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and alignment across all departments.

Deliver timely, high-quality monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with clear insights and executive-level recommendations.

Lead scenario modeling, business case evaluations, and financial analyses for strategic initiatives, new store openings, remodels, and major investments.

Conduct company-wide variance analysis and identify financial risks, performance drivers, and opportunities for improvement.

Serve as a senior-level finance partner to business leaders, providing decision support and performance management guidance.

Lead, mentor, and develop FP&A team members to build a high-performing, growth-oriented department.

Support the advancement of financial systems, analytical tools, and automated reporting capabilities across the organization.

Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA, CPA, or advanced certification preferred.

10+ years of progressive FP&A or corporate finance experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.

Deep expertise in corporate budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and analytical frameworks.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Power BI, Power Pivot, Power Query, SQL, or similar tools a strong plus.

Strong understanding of GAAP, corporate financial reporting, and best practices.

Experience presenting financial information to executive leaders and influencing business decisions.

Preferred Skills

Strategic thinker with exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Meticulous attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Demonstrated leadership with the ability to coach and develop others.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Proactive and adaptable with a continuous improvement mindset.

Cavander's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, military status, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Cavender's will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability upon request. If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application, please call Customer Service at (888) ### #### or visit your nearest Cavender's store.