Interim Director of FP&A

Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced, hands-on Interim Director of FP&A to lead our cleints financial planning and analysis function during a critical period of growth and transition. The ideal candidate will take immediate ownership of the P&L forecasting, annual budgeting, and commercial analytics, providing actionable insights to senior leadership. This role requires a strong CPG background—specifically in trade spend management, SKU-level profitability, and supply chain cost analysis—to enhance margin discipline and operational efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesExecutive Financial Leadership: Lead the FP&A team, managing the annual budgeting process, quarterly re-forecasts, and monthly management reporting packages.CPG P&L Ownership & Analysis: Analyze sales, margins, pricing, and SKU-level performance across wholesale, e-commerce (Amazon/DTC), and retail channels.Commercial Finance Partnership: Partner with Sales and Marketing leadership to pressure-test promotional strategies, evaluate brand spend ROI, and manage trade spend accruals.Supply Chain & Operations Finance: Collaborate with the operations team to analyze manufacturing costs, SKU rationalization, and inventory working capital optimization.Board & Investor Reporting: Prepare high-impact financial materials, variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast), and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the executive team and PE investors.Process Improvement: Streamline forecasting methodologies and implement/improve BI reporting tools (Tableau, SAP, or similar) to enhance data accuracy and efficiency.Required Experience & QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CMA preferred.Experience: 10+ years of progressive FP&A experience, with at least 3-5 years specifically in the CPG/Manufacturing industry.CPG Specifics: Direct experience managing trade spend, retailer deductions (e.g., UNFI), and SKU profitability analysis.Technical Proficiency: Expert-level Microsoft Excel (financial modeling) and experience with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker) and ERP systems (SAP, NetSuite).Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading teams and working directly with the C-Suite in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.Ideal Interim Characteristics"Roll up your sleeves" Mentality: Ability to dive into detailed data while maintaining a strategic mindset.High Adaptability: Proven ability to step into a new environment and drive results immediately.Excellent Communication: Ability to translate complex financial data into a compelling, clear narrative for non-financial stakeholders.