[Remote] Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Playfly Sports is looking for a Director, FP&A to join their Corporate Finance organization. This role is responsible for the execution of core FP&A processes, providing strategic financial insights, and managing the FP&A team while collaborating with various departments to support decision-making and performance optimization. Responsibilities Collaborate with the VP of FP&A to own the execution and continuous improvement of core FP&A processes, including monthly reporting, quarterly forecasting, annual budgeting, variance analysis, and the Company’s 5-Year Plan Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all FP&A deliverables, models, and management reporting Oversee financial modeling, forecasting tools, and reporting frameworks to support scalable, repeatable analysis Lead updates to the 5-Year Plan, including assumption management, scenario analysis, and alignment with strategic priorities Partner with Accounting to ensure alignment between management reporting, financial statements, and forward-looking projections, including balance sheet and cash flow support Own and elevate the company-wide financial narrative for executive deliverables, including Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs), Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A), and ad-hoc leadership presentations Analyze financial results to identify risks, opportunities, trends, and tradeoffs, providing clear recommendations to senior leadership Prepare and deliver sales pacing, performance analytics, and key metric reporting for executive audiences Serve as a trusted thought partner to the VP of FP&A and senior leaders, challenging assumptions and influencing decisions with data-driven insights Act as a delegate for the VP of FP&A in executive meetings and cross-functional forums as needed Collaborate with business unit leaders and functional partners (Sales, Operations, Accounting, etc.) to support decision-making, cost management, and performance optimization Lead initiatives to improve, automate, and scale FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies as the business grows Provide dashboards, analytical tools, and frameworks that enable proactive management of financial and operational performance Identify opportunities to standardize reporting, enhance forecasting accuracy, and improve visibility into business drivers Directly manage and mentor FP&A team members, including reviewing and elevating analyst output prior to executive consumption Foster a high-performing team culture focused on accountability, quality, professional development, and continuous improvement Ensure documentation of key processes, models, and templates to support team continuity and scalability Serve as a leadership presence within the Finance organization, modeling strong judgment, collaboration, and ownership Lead or support ad-hoc financial analyses, strategic initiatives, and special projects as required Perform other job-related duties consistent with the scope and seniority of the role Skills Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required 6–8 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related roles; sports or college athletics experience is a plus Demonstrated experience owning forecasting, budgeting, long-range planning, and executive financial reporting Proven ability to influence senior executives, challenge assumptions, and provide clear, data-driven recommendations Strong financial acumen with a deep understanding of corporate finance and accounting fundamentals Prior people management experience, including developing talent and leading teams or complex workstreams Ability to exercise independent judgment in ambiguous, fast-paced environments Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex financial concepts for executive audiences Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; strong presentation-building capabilities ERP system experience required; proficiency with Microsoft Office applications expected MBA and/or CPA strongly preferred Company Overview Playfly Sports is the leading REVENUE MAXIMIZER in the sports industry. It was founded in 2020, and is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https//www.playfly.com/.