Director of Financial Planning & Analysis at GrayMatter Systems

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial planning, Forecasting, Financial analysis, Budgeting, Financial reporting, Strategic planning, Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Financial modeling, Data analysis, Project accounting, Contract accounting, GAAP, Leadership, Communication, Business partnering

Industry

Automation Machinery Manufacturing

Description

At GrayMatter, we transform operations and empower people. Our technology and consulting services help manufacturers, water utilities and energy companies digitize operations, eliminate cybersecurity threats and harness analytics to accelerate production. And that’s where you come in. GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Five core values woven into our DNA make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork. We are seeking a dynamic and analytical leader to join our team as Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). Reporting to the CFO, this role is responsible for leading all financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and reporting activities. This individual will partner cross-functionally to deliver actionable insights, drive performance, and build a best-in-class FP&A function. Location: This is a hybrid position. We strongly prefer candidates located near Pittsburgh to support periodic in-office collaboration. Key Responsibilities Planning, Forecasting & Reporting (Core Cadence) * Direct all FP&A activities, including annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and ongoing financial performance analysis. * Manage the monthly consolidation and reporting of financial results for key stakeholders, including executive leadership, Board of Directors, and lenders. * Lead regular financial and KPI reviews with company leadership. * Assess risks and opportunities against company targets, driving strategies to maximize performance and close gaps. Analysis, Insights & Decision Support * Provide stakeholders with timely, detailed, and actionable insights into business performance. * Partner cross-functionally to support financial, operational, and strategic decision-making. * Prepare special purpose and ad hoc analyses as needed. Process Improvement & FP&A Capability Building * Develop, standardize, and continuously improve planning and forecasting processes. * Build and enhance financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools, with a focus on automation and scalability. * Support Finance and Accounting team optimization efforts and help build a best-in-class FP&A organization. * Partner closely with Accounting to improve accuracy, completeness, and transparency of financial data and reporting. Strategic Planning * Support long-term and strategic planning processes, providing financial insight and modeling. Additional Responsibilities * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Requirements Experience & Education * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA and/or MBA preferred. * Minimum 10 years of progressive experience across accounting, FP&A, and financial reporting roles. * At least 7 years of dedicated FP&A experience. * Minimum 5 years of experience managing direct reports. * Direct experience leading an annual budgeting cycle. * Experience in professional services and project/contract accounting preferred. Technical & Systems Expertise * Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. * Experience with FP&A and accounting systems; Microsoft Dynamics is a plus. * Demonstrated ability to leverage Power BI to build interactive dashboards and enhance executive visibility into KPIs and forecasts. * Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting standards and practices. Business Partnership & Analytical Skills * Proven ability to act as a strategic business partner, delivering decision support and enabling financial and operational initiatives. * Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into insights and action. Leadership & Communication * Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. * Ability to lead through ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. * A proactive, self-directed leader who can operate independently and make sound decisions. Featured Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment * Employer paid short term disability and life insurance * 401(k) with up to 4% company match * Paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave * Additional benefits available such as long-term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA and FSA

Responsibilities

The Director of FP&A will lead all financial planning, forecasting, analysis, and reporting activities while partnering cross-functionally to drive performance. This role is responsible for building a best-in-class FP&A function and providing actionable insights to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.