Building our Future Together. FXI is a leading producer of foam innovation in the Bedding, Furniture, Industrial, Home & Office, Healthcare, and Transportation markets. We have made it our mission to provide tailored solutions that delight our customers and consumers. With our corporate headquarters, high-tech research and development facility, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America, FXI has built a culture of innovation and achievement that is recognized by customers, suppliers and peers. Our products include finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials for OEMs, fabricators, and retailers. You will find FXI’s foam innovations inside, around, and under yourself in countless applications. Everywhere foam goes, FXI’s innovations lead the way! Won’t you join us?

Position Summary:

The Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving financial planning, forecasting, and analysis to support the organization’s business goals and long-term growth. This position will oversee the FP&A team and work closely with the executive leadership team to provide insight-driven recommendations, enhance financial performance, and drive data-informed decision-making across the organization.

• Strategic Financial Planning: Lead the company’s annual budgeting process, long-term financial planning, and quarterly forecasting efforts. Align financial plans with the overall business strategy and provide actionable insights to executive leadership.

• Business Partnering: Partner with department heads to align financial and operational plans, offering guidance on revenue growth, expense management, and capital allocation to optimize profitability and support strategic initiatives.

• Financial Modeling & Scenario Analysis: Build complex financial models to evaluate potential growth opportunities, capital investments, and strategic initiatives. Conduct scenario analyses to help assess risks and evaluate business performance under varying conditions.

• Performance Management & Reporting: Develop and manage financial and operational KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools to track performance against strategic and financial targets. Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and the Board of Directors.

• Cost Control & Optimization: Identify cost-saving opportunities across the organization, leading initiatives to enhance profitability and efficiency. Advise on resource allocation to ensure optimized use of company assets.

• Leadership & Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop the FP&A team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. Ensure team members have the skills and resources to support strategic business objectives.

• M&A Support: Provide financial analysis and support for potential mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships, including due diligence, valuation, and integration planning.

• Risk Management: Identify financial and operational risks, developing mitigation strategies and ensuring adherence to financial policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required; MBA or Master’s degree in Finance preferred. CPA or CFA designation is a plus.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong background in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic financial analysis.
  • Experience in a manufacturing or complex multi-site environment is a plus.

• Skills and Competencies:

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and interact effectively with senior leadership.
  • Advanced proficiency in financial analysis software (e.g., Onestream, Hyperion, SAP, Anaplan) and Excel.
  • Proven track record of building and developing high-performance teams.
  • Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and risks.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Strong business acumen and a solid understanding of market dynamics, financial drivers, and operational efficiency.
• Thought partner to the CFO.