Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GHX is a healthcare business and data automation company that provides cloud-based supply chain technology, solutions, analytics, and services to healthcare organizations. The Director of Financial Planning and Analysis will lead enterprise planning, R&D finance, forecasting, financial analysis, strategic decision support, process improvement, and team development. This role will provide actionable insights and financial guidance to senior leadership to support sustainable business growth.
Responsibilities
- Owns the enterprise annual planning process, including templates, timeline, and deliverables
- Work with the Functional Teams to develop and maintain comprehensive financial models and forecasts to support short-term and long-term business planning
- Owns R&D budgeting, forecasting, analytics, approvals, insights, and ad hoc support, working closely with the Functional Teams to align financial objectives with strategic goals and business realities
- Provide regular variance analysis and insightful commentary on financial performance, highlighting key drivers and potential opportunities or risks
- Provide actionable recommendations to improve financial results
- Create and maintain KPIs, financial dashboards, reports, and presentations for stakeholders
- Leads hosting and AI usage modeling to support cost and capacity planning
- Analyze financial performance, key metrics, and trends to provide actionable insights to senior management
- Work closely with Functional Teams on staffing models and resourcing levels, variable cost management and establishment of and progress towards quantitative targets
- Prepare business cases and provide guidance on investment decisions, resource allocations, new product introductions, and cross-functional initiatives
- Serve as a trusted advisor to Functional Leadership, offering financial expertise to guide resource allocation and investment decisions
- Drive initiatives to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of forecasting processes, leveraging technology and best practices
- Continuously assess and enhance financial planning and analysis processes to improve efficiency and accuracy
- Implement best practices and leverage technology to streamline financial reporting and analysis
- Review existing processes to develop recommendations for ongoing improvement, working with Functional Leadership as necessary
- Manage, build, and develop a high-performing team
- Provide guidance, coaching, and mentorship to team members
- Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
- Proven experience (typically 8-10 years) in financial planning and analysis, ideally in a Software as a Service (SaaS) environment, with increasing levels of responsibility
- Ideal candidates should have a proven track record in people management, with at least 2-3 years of experience leading and developing teams
- Experience leveraging AI tools to optimize processes and deliver insights efficiently
- Strong financial and analytical problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful insights and actionable recommendations
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders
- Strategic mindset with the ability to think critically and provide strategic guidance to senior management
- Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- A proactive mindset to look for and identify improvement opportunities
- Willingness to travel bi-monthly (up to 25% travel annually)
- MBA or advanced degree is preferred
- Proficiency in financial systems and tools, such as ERP systems and financial planning software (OneStream preferred)
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Accident and life insurance
- 401k matching
- Paid time off
- Education reimbursement
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