Director of FP&A

DIRECTOR OF FP&A Now recruiting on behalf of a high-growth, PE-backed organization operating a multi-location business model with a strong entrepreneurial culture. Known for hiring top-tier talent, the company values intellectual curiosity, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement. This is an environment where high performers thrive, ideas are welcomed, and leaders operate with a strategic perspective and have opportunity for career growth.

Offering hybrid flexibility and competitive compensation package. The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis will serve as a key advisor to executive leadership, partnering closely with the CFO to translate financial data into actionable business insights. This role oversees forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis while driving visibility into operational results across the enterprise. The Director will lead a small, high-caliber team and play a central role in refining financial infrastructure, enhancing reporting capabilities, and supporting strategic initiatives including long-range planning and transaction-related activities.

This position requires a strong blend of analytical rigor, business acumen, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly to senior stakeholders.

The right candidate for this Director of FP&A role will have:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline (MBA/CFA/CPA preferred) 8–10+years of progressive finance experience, including leadership responsibility Demonstrated expertise in financial planning, forecasting, and operational analysis within a complex or multi-site environment Advanced financial modeling capabilities with the ability to support strategic and investment decision-making Strong systems orientation with experience leveraging tools such as Power BI, SQL, or comparable technologies for reporting and data analysis Track record of improving processes, optimizing reporting structures, and driving efficiency through data and automation Experience supporting M&A efforts, including financial diligence and integration planning, is a plus Background in high-performing environments such as investment banking, private equity, Big 4, or large corporate finance functions is highly valued Proven leadership and team development skills with the ability to mentor and elevate talent Strong executive presence with the ability to distill complex analyses into clear, concise insights High intellectual curiosity, self-motivation, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment Note- seeking Atlanta-based talent exclusively for this opportunity.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer:
Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied.

Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI…