Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

What work will you perform?

The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) will lead the company's budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance analysis functions. This role is responsible for delivering strategic financial insights and driving data-informed decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong business acumen and a proven track record in financial leadership.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead the annual budgeting process, periodic forecasting cycles, and long-term financial planning.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives and evaluate business performance.
• Partner with functional leaders to understand business drivers, identify risks/opportunities, and influence decision-making.
• Maintain KPIs and performance metrics to monitor financial health and operational efficiency.
• Ensure data integrity in planning systems. Perform administrative functions for planning applications, including user maintenance, issue resolution, and coordination with IT and consultants.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, tools, and reporting frameworks.
• Lead monthly and quarterly business reviews with senior leadership, highlighting trends, variances, and strategic implications.
• Assist with board reporting, investor presentations, and capital planning.

Required Minimum Experience and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field
• 5 years of progressive financial experience within FP&A.

Preferred Experience and Education:

• MBA or CPA
• Experience in transportation or similar industry.
• Experience with board reporting, investor presentations, and capital planning.
• Experience managing multi-entity financial planning.
• Experience with financial systems, Oracle and OneStream preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and forecasting techniques.
• Deep understanding of GAAP, corporate finance, and business operations.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence at all organizational levels.
• High attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why work at Landstar?

Landstar is seeking hard-working and dedicated employees committed to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. We employ a highly diverse workforce and welcome employees from all cultures and backgrounds to our team.

Our workplace culture is second-to-none. Landstar provides a safe and professional work environment in which to thrive and grow. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefit plans including affordable medical plans, employer 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition assistance and much more.

If you want to be part of a top-notch transportation company with an emphasis on safety, service, teamwork, and dedication then Landstar is the place for you!

Landstar is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Landstar will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should send an e-mail to employment@landstar.com.

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