Director, Global FP&A

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie, Timber Tech, AZEK Exteriors, Versatex, fermacell, and Stru Xure.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we're united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

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Summary

Reporting to the Vice President, Global FP&A, the Director, Global FP&A is a senior finance leader responsible for driving enterprise-wide financial planning, forecasting, and performance management across James Hardie's global operations.

"I'm excited to add this newly created position to our growing organization.

This role offers a rare opportunity to partner with senior leaders, influence enterprise-wide decisions, and help integrate and transform the next chapter of finance through strategic partnership." - Matthew Wiora, VP Global FP&A

This role serves as a trusted advisor to the VP Global FP&A, CFO, and Finance Leadership Team, delivering high-quality financial insights and shaping enterprise decision-making.

The Director will lead and develop the Global FP&A team while also operating as a hands-on strategic leader-balancing team leadership, global process ownership, and deep analytical capability to elevate the overall FP&A function.

What You'll Do:

Global Financial Planning & Forecasting

* Lead the global planning cadence, including monthly forecasts, AOP, and long-range planning

* Align regional inputs across NA, EMEA, and APAC, ensuring consistency in key assumptions (volume, price, mix, plant costs, FX)

* Oversee development of driver-based models across P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow

* Ensure accuracy, transparency, and alignment of global financial projections

Enterprise Performance Management & Insights

* Own consolidated global financial performance reporting, highlighting key drivers, risks, and opportunities

* Analyze performance across manufacturing, SG&A, pricing, and product mix to inform decisions

* Deliver clear, decision-ready insights to senior leadership and the CFO

Executive Partnership

* Partner closely with the VP Global FP&A, CFO, and Finance Leadership Team

* Lead preparation of Board materials, earnings support, and executive reporting

* Ensure a consistent and compelling financial narrative aligned to company strategy

Strategic Initiatives & Value Creation

* Lead financial support for enterprise initiatives, including:

* Cost optimization and productivity programs

* Commercial strategy (pricing, mix, growth)

* Capital allocation and investment prioritization

* Develop scenario modeling and sensitivity analysis to guide decision-making

* Act as a thought partner, constructively challenging assumptions and improving outcomes

Process Standardization & FP&A Transformation

* Establish and drive standardization of FP&A processes, tools, and reporting globally

* Improve forecast accuracy, planning discipline, and data integrity across regions

* Lead enhancements to systems, reporting automation, and dashboards

* Build scalable solutions to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort

Leadership & Team Development

* Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Global FP&A team, including managers and analysts

* Set clear priorities, performance expectations, and accountability across the team

* Build capability in financial modeling, business partnering, and executive communication

* Foster a culture of ownership, rigor, and continuous improvement

* Support organizational design, succession planning, and talent development within FP&A

Global Collaboration & Functional Leadership

* Provide leadership across regional FP&A teams, driving alignment and best practices globally

* Partner with Controllership, Treasury, Commercial Finance, and Operations to ensure integrated financial insights

* Serve as a key liaison between finance and business leadership

What You'll Bring:

* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)

* 10-15+ years of progressive accounting/finance work experience with a mix of public and industry experience required

* Minimum of 7 years of experience managing and developing high-performing teams, including demonstrated experience leading experienced professionals and/or people managers

* Proven ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable to performance expectations

* Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills

* Strong business acumen and experience partnering with senior leadership

* Excellent presentation skills and competence to process confidential information discreetly.

* Proven track record of managing complex projects to…