With over 50 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, Sur La Table offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table – and the culinary expertise and inspiration to go along with it. Whether the job entails interacting with our customers, driving digital growth, or providing vital behind-the-scenes support, we’re all here for the same reason – to roll up our sleeves and create happiness through cooking and sharing good food
The Director of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) contributes to the success of Sur La Table by providing strategic insights and driving investment decisions across the company. This role oversees the budget and forecast processes, leads key financial analyses, and will manage and develop a high-performing FP&A team.

APPLICANTS MUST RESIDE IN EITHER PACIFIC OR MOUNTAIN TIME ZONE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE. IF LOCAL TO THE SEATTLE AREA, WE WOULD ASK YOU TO WORK ONE DAY PER WEEK IN THE OFFICE.

The Director of FP&A reports directly to the Divisional Chief Financial Officer.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO EVERY DAY:

• Drive annual budget process across all channels and departments.
• Lead the monthly forecast process, identifying opportunities and risks.
• Develop strong partnerships with business leaders to understand key operational drivers and provide authoritative insights into performance.
• Partner with Business Development to provide financial modeling and insights on new business opportunities.
• Communicate actionable financial information to business leaders.
• Provide analysis and support for the Fleet, including ROIC analysis on capital investments.
• Leverage technology to evaluate and extract data for decision-making.
• Build and lead an efficient, high-performing finance team.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or equivalent; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in FP&A.
• Solid understanding of corporate finance concepts and accounting principles with the ability to explain these succinctly.
• Advanced proficiency Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Experience in a multi-unit retailer with an online presence.
• Strong quantitative and analytical problem-solving skills, including advanced financial modeling.
• Proven track record of building and leading successful, high-performing teams.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to build and communicate a vision and strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Curiosity and a proactive approach to understanding business processes, uncovering solutions, and connecting financial information to the operations of the business.
• Experience leading budgeting processes and implementing best practices.
• Expertise in developing and improving financial planning and reporting systems.
• Ability to influence and drive leadership decisions and tangible outcomes.