VP, Financial Planning & Analysis

Job Description The Vice President   of   Financial Planning & Analysis (“FP&A”)   plays a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and efficiency across our organization.   Th is position   will   be responsible for   leading the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis processes to drive business performance and inform decision-making at all levels of the organization .   The V ice President   of FP&A   reports directly to the Senior Vice President Finance and   Real Estate   and   involves   a high level   of strategic thinking, influence, and collaboration with other senior leaders within the organization.   This position drives continuous improvement in all areas of responsibility and   maintains   Advance Auto Parts’ vision,   mission,   and culture.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   include the following. Other duties may be assigned.   Develop and execute long-term financial plans aligned with company   objectives , incorporating market trends, growth opportunities, and risk assessments.   Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to   establish   targets and ensure alignment with strategic priorities. Develop rolling forecasts to   provide   real-time insights into financial performance.   Provide insightful analysis of financial results, identifying trends, opportunities, and risks.   Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports and dashboards to senior management and the board of directors.   Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, sales, marketing, and HR to provide financial   expertise   and support strategic initiatives. Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, offering financial insights to drive informed decision-making.   Establish key performance indicators ( “ KPIs ” ) and benchmarks to measure business performance and drive continuous improvement. Monitor financial metrics and performance against targets,   identifying   areas for optimization and efficiency.   Develop sophisticated financial models to support scenario planning, investment analysis, and strategic decision-making. Evaluate the   financial impact   of various business initiatives and investment opportunities.   Build and develop a high-performing FP&A team, providing mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation within the team.   Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls. Assess and mitigate financial risks, implementing   appropriate controls   and processes to safeguard company assets.   Collaborate closely with   senior leadership and   the executive team, particularly the CFO, to ensure that the shared services strategy aligns with the company's overall strategic   objectives . Provide regular updates to the executive committee   on   performance and strategic direction of   the   company .   Develop and execute a talent management strategy including succession planning, leadership development, and recruitment.   Identify   and nurture high-potential employees within the department.   Act as a change agent within the organization, championing initiatives to streamline processes, enhance efficiency, and drive cost savings.    Evaluate, implement, and   maintain   technology solutions that enhance operational efficiency, such as automation tools, and data analytics.   Develop and execute strategies that align to the company’s working capital metrics to drive cash flow optimization .   Establishes and   maintains   solid relationships with business leaders including executive leadership team .   Manage capital expenditures process, including but not limited to forecasting, budgeting, analysis, modeling, reporting, and approval process on all capital expenditures ; provides suggestions of capital investments and long-term impact   to business .   Manage team   members   across the US and India   EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:   Bachelor’s degree   Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred .   10+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.   D emonstrated & practical   finance   experience   including   leading large teams,   track record   of continuous improvement, and   ability to lead without direction .   Strong analytical skills and ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.   Proven   track record   of strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.   Comfortable presenting to   e xecutive   t eam as well as   staff members .   Demonstrated financial acumen   including strong   self-awareness   in   various   meetings and presentation settings .   Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.   Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills, with   a track record   of developing talent and driving results.   Advanced   proficiency   in financial modeling and Microsoft Excel; experience with financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Anaplan) is desirable.   Proven ability to   influence team members by living corporate cultural beliefs in all you do .   Ability to travel up to   1 0%   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   NOTE:  The inability to perform any of the following physical requirements does not preclude an applicant from consideration unless, following an individualized analysis, it is determined that the physical requirement is an essential job   function,   and the applicant is unable to perform such function with or without reasonable accommodation   We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, stat