Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Overview

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

The Director of FP&A drives budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling for the YMCA of Greater Seattle, turning data into clear, mission-critical insights, reporting directly to the VP of Finance & Accounting. Leading a small team (Senior Financial Analyst and Grants Analyst) and partnering with Youth Development, Association Office, and shared-service leaders, the role aligns resources with strategy, anticipates information needs, and guides continuous improvement.

It demands strong communication, a bias for action, and the ability to steer teams, and the organization, through change in service to youth and families across King County.

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and evening/overnight travel may be expected.

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Retirement with generous employer contributions
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)
• Full-time employees qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services.

* Some benefits only available to full-time staff

Hiring Range: $100,000 - $110,000/year

• Provide leadership to the FP&A function by guiding the development of financial models, scenario planning, and forecasting tools used to inform enterprise decisions.
• Supervise the Senior Financial Analyst and Grants Analyst, supporting their day-to-day execution and long-term development in financial modeling, budgeting, and data interpretation.
• Review and synthesize financial performance trends across Youth Development and Association Office divisions, providing insights to the VP of Finance and senior leadership.
• Coordinate the preparation of executive-ready financial presentations, dashboards, and variance narratives developed by the finance team.
• Ensure data integrity and alignment between forecast assumptions and operational plans through team coaching and standardized tools.
• Advance analytical capabilities within the team, including predictive modeling and risk assessment, by mentoring team members in their use and development of tools and logic frameworks.
• Support financial stewardship by ensuring that forecasting reflects key risks, dependencies, and external constraints (e.g., grant restrictions, funding timelines).

• Lead the team in delivering accurate and timely budgets and reforecasts across assigned divisions, aligning financial plans with program strategy and organizational priorities.
• Partner with the Budget Development team and VP of Finance to oversee annual budget preparation, including development of instructions, calendars, and technical support to department leaders.
• Oversee budgeting support for grant-funded programs, ensuring alignment with allowable use restrictions, reporting timelines, and funder requirements.
• Provide high-level review and validation of budget submissions and reforecast data prepared by the team, identifying major variances and business risks.
• Ensure that all assumptions are well-documented and all business partners receive relevant financial support through the process.
• Review key performance indicators and recommend course corrections to the CFO and leadership teams based on trends in forecast accuracy and utilization.
• Mentor team members on financial storytelling and strategy translation, supporting…