Interim Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis
- Dallas, TX
- Contract
- Full-time
Client is seeking an interim Vice President of FP&A to immediately join their Irving, TX headquarters and provide hands-on leadership to the Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis team. This is a high-impact, short-term assignment designed to support the business through a critical board meeting and annual budgeting process while the company searches for a permanent hire.The ideal candidate will be a proven leader and doer, capable of guiding the team through key deliverables, partnering with senior stakeholders, and providing insightful financial narratives to executive leadership.Key Responsibilities:Lead and oversee the Corporate FP&A team, including two direct-report Directors.Assist in the monthly financial close process from an FP&A perspective.Analyze actual financial results and synthesize insights into clear, executive-level reporting.Drive the annual budget process with a focus on the heavy lift period in August and early September.Prepare materials and narratives for a major board meeting (last week of August).Act as the primary point of contact for FP&A-related initiatives during the engagement.Collaborate closely with cross-functional senior leaders across the organization.Qualifications:Must-Have:Proven experience in a senior-level FP&A role (VP or Director level).Strong financial storytelling and executive reporting experience.Hands-on leadership style; able to both manage and contribute to deliverables.Advanced Excel skills; comfortable working in complex models.Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Available to work on-site full-time in Irving, TX from August 4 through September 30.Nice-to-Have:Experience with SAP (ERP).Familiarity with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SAP BI).Background in aviation, catering, hospitality, or logistics industries.Prior experience in interim or short-term leadership roles.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.