VP, Financial Planning & Analysis

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The finance organization at QinetiQ Corporation is seeking a dynamic leader to join our team as the Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A).  This position requires a proactive, team-oriented leader who can thrive in a growing organization and develop high performing talent.  This highly visible position reports to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and engages heavily with the Executive Leadership Team, supports the operations, and drives critical external reporting requirements.

The VP of FP&A has primary responsibility for developing and leading the company’s financial planning and forecasting processes.  This includes monthly forecasts, the annual planning process, and long-term financial plans.  Additionally, the successful individual will be responsible for analysis of the company’s financial data in support of internal and external reporting, budgets and rates.  

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this position is responsible for:

• Completing monthly and annual business reports and forecasts, working in partnership with operational leaders and finance teams. (Includes consolidation, review and analysis of financial and operational data)
• Planning and providing data to help manage the annual budget.
• Providing comprehensive variance analyses of monthly budgets including identification of trends, gaps, and opportunity areas within the business.
• Managing corporate office budget and providing financial support to all corporate leadership.
• Ensuring forecast model and budget activity accurately reflects the operational assumptions.
• Developing and coordinating consolidated financial and operational reviews.
• Providing supporting analysis related to cost reductions, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and other strategic corporate actions.
• Supporting preparation of annual strategic and operational plans.
• Providing analysis and evaluation of various business initiatives and performance to the approved investment plan.
• Identifying and developing process improvements to streamline reporting and improve team efficiency.
• Completing special projects as needed to support financial management and business units.
• Developing corporate indirect budgets and allocations to groups.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business is required; MBA, CFA or CPA preferred.
• A minimum 12 years of experience in a financial capacity working for federal contractors. 2-3 years corporate consolidations experience. 5 years management experience.
• Knowledge of FAR, CAS and DCAA requirements.
• Experience managing budgets and forecasts for a multi-billion-dollar company at the corporate level.
• Public company FP&A experience
• Experience with owning and executing complex financial models for forecasting, re-forecasting, analysis in developing key executive dashboards.
• Hands on experience building and managing informative professional reports and template structures for various business units (Sales, Marketing, Professional Services, R&D, Business Development, etc.) in a high growth environment.
• M&A experience supporting integration and analysis.
• Solid presenter who can clearly and concisely explain financial results, trends and forecasts.
• Verifiable track record of leading, mentoring and developing a seasoned Finance team.
• Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment and recognize the importance of relationship building and professionalism in interacting with both senior management and staff employees.
• High energy, dynamic professional with strong leadership presence.
• Highly adaptable to change in priorities and business conditions.
• Highly proficient with Costpoint, and FocusPoint

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.