Sr. Director, Financial Planning & Analysis - NASDAQ : Job Details

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to join our Market Platforms divisional finance team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in partnering with the Division CFO to advance divisional reporting capabilities. Key responsibilities include updating forecasts, and preparing comprehensive financial reports for quarterly earnings, primarily for major initiatives across the division. The Senior Director will play a key role in the monthly and annual divisional planning process as well as address new reporting requirements as requested by the divisional CFO and leadership. This role also involves implementing organization strategies through the effective direction and management of resources, participating in organization-wide projects while providing guidance and expertise as needed, and potentially developing and managing a team. The Senior Director of Financial Planning & Reporting will work directly with the CFO of the Market Platforms division, as well as the divisional finance team, business teams, central finance team, and senior leaders to manage the P&L, reporting, and financial initiatives as the division continues to expand. Responsible and accountable for managing and developing a team of people, setting direction and deploying resources on varying projects, participating in organization-wide projects, while providing guidance and expertise on an as needed basis. Managers are required to understand how other business units operate, how their goals align with organizational goals and have budget and profit/loss responsibility. Conducts financial analyses. Researches economic progressions to assist the organization's financial planning. Develops and prepares the organization's financial plans and budgets, interprets financial reports, and maintains good corporate relations with the investment and banking communities.

Your role and responsibilities

• Prepare and communicate financials to the divisional leaders and corporate stakeholders, providing effective access to information for business leaders, including the President and ELT members.
• Work with Divisional finance teams, Cloud FinOps, and stakeholders as needed, to help create and maintain a standard set of reporting, maintained and distributed on a regular basis
• Leverage a self-service reporting model where possible, and increase adoption of dashboards
• Oversee monthly forecasting, annual budget, quarterly forecast, periodic reviews and updates.
• Analyze commercial and business performance, and develop recommendations for improvements in revenue growth or resource allocation.
• Provide financial advice, and lead financial follow up, and business unit planning.
• Respond to ad-hoc requests for customized data/reports in a timely & flexible manner.

We expect you to have

• At least 10 years of experience in financial reporting and analysis. Strong relevant FP&A background is preferred.
• Able to anticipate, identify, and resolve complex financial issues.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, particularly while interfacing with senior leadership.
• Demonstrated background in organizing and distilling large data sets into a clear and concise analytical narrative, offering financial insights that enable impactful business decisions.
• Proven track record in preparing timely financial reporting and presentations for ELT/Board level to a high degree of accuracy.
• Team player and flexible/proactive attitude.
• Experience working in a dynamic, matrixed, financial planning & analysis team within a publicly traded company environment.
• Critical attention to detail and highly organized.
• Versatile collaborator with exceptional work ethic, eager to learn, ask questions, and navigate across different perspectives.
• Highly proficient Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills required.
• Strong Knowledge of General Accepted Accounting Principles.
• OneStream, Workday, and PowerBI/Tableau experience highly preferred

• Established analytical and project management ability.
• Self-sufficient team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
• Strong work ethic, uncompromising integrity, and personal humility.
• Close attention to thorough detail with high levels of accuracy.
• Demonstrated passion for personal and professional excellence.
• Education Required: Degree qualified in Business/Finance or relevant discipline; specialized second degree or MBA is a plus or equivalent working experience
• Education Required: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

This position offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment (3 days a week in office), providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

What We Offer

We're proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq's overall success. The base pay range for this role is $133,200 - $222,100. In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.

Nasdaq's programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family : Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities