Performance Improvement (FP&A) Director

Director - Performance Improvement (FP&A)

Locations:

New York, Chicago, Remote We are partnering with a high-growth advisory firm seeking a Director to lead client engagements focused on finance transformation, performance improvement, and strategic advisory. This individual will serve as a senior client-facing leader, responsible for shaping financial strategy, overseeing delivery teams, and driving measurable business impact. Key Responsibilities Client Leadership & Strategy Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, translating business needs into actionable financial strategies Identify opportunities to expand engagements and deepen client relationships Partner with senior stakeholders to drive transformation and performance improvement initiatives Analytics & Insights Lead data collection efforts, including designing templates, conducting stakeholder interviews, and synthesizing findings Build and oversee financial and operational models to support strategic decision-making Develop hypotheses, perform benchmarking, and deliver actionable insights Create and present executive-level materials communicating findings and recommendations Finance Transformation & Process Improvement Lead end-to-end process redesign initiatives across core finance functions (Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Record-to-Report, FP&A, Treasury) Drive broader transformation efforts including operating model design, shared services, outsourcing, and post-M&A integration Oversee implementation of scalable solutions that enhance efficiency, visibility, and performance Team Leadership Manage and mentor consulting teams, ensuring high-quality delivery across engagements Provide guidance on analysis, process design, and risk mitigation Support team development, staffing, and performance management Practice Development Contribute to thought leadership, methodologies, and internal intellectual capital Support business development through proposal development and client pursuits Qualifications 10+ years of experience in consulting and/or industry, with a focus on finance transformation and operational improvement Strong expertise across core finance processes (O2C, P2P, R2R, FP&A, reporting, forecasting) Experience supporting M&A (due diligence, integration, synergy modeling) and operating model design Background in shared services and/or outsourcing strategy is highly preferred Proven ability to lead complex engagements and manage senior stakeholders Demonstrated team leadership and mentoring experience Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting required; CPA and/or MBA preferred