About this opportunity
KEEN lists this Sr. Director, Financial Planning & Analysis - NA opportunity in portland, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary
The Senior Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) – North America leads the strategic and financial planning processes and teams for the US and Canada, across all channels (Wholesale, DTC). This is a pivotal leadership role that provides data, insights and action plans to business leaders, uncovering ways to add value and drive business growth. This role maintains information and reports financial data for business management and operating purposes, liasing with executives to solve critical issues. This role has complete oversight and accountability for US and Canadian financial planning processes and partners closely with the Global Finance team to support other regional processes.
Description
Essential Functions
Serves as the senior financial partner to business unit leaders and senior management in North America and Canada, providing insights to support data-driven decision-making.
Leads the budgeting and forecasting processes for assigned departments or functions, partnering with department leaders to build and consolidate plans. Supports budget and forecast review cycles by preparing analysis and identifying key drivers of variance. Leads the annual budgeting and financial forecast processes within the region by working with department leaders to build strategies, plans and budgets/forecasts. Participates in executive presentations and budget and forecast reviews.
Analyzes business performance trends and financial results; identifies risks and opportunities and prepares recommendations for leadership review.
Develops and maintains financial tracking models and tools to monitor expenses, revenue, and planning assumptions. Conducts profitability analysis for key programs, revenue streams, or events to inform resource allocation and cost optimization.
Provides expertise and helps form controls for tracking expenses, revenue, and planning information. Reviews the profitability of revenue streams and events and ensures alignment of expense forecasts.
Manages and mentors a team of finance professionals, providing guidance, development opportunities, and performance feedback.
Collaborates with the Controlling function and other finance stakeholders to ensure consistency in reporting and alignment of financial processes.
Leads development of long-range financial plans in partnership with regional leaders.
Develops pricing, margin, and promotional effectiveness models in support of revenue growth and profitability targets.
Designs and oversees key financial planning models including revenue bridges, margin walks, and operating expense trends.
Manages planning calendar for regional teams and ensures alignment with global FP&A processes.
Leads post-mortem and ROI analysis for key initiatives (e.g. new product launches, campaigns, promos).
Serves as a key liaison with Global FP&A to ensure North America results and forecasts are fully aligned.
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without cause.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field required.
CPA or MBA preferred but not required.
Twelve (12) years or more of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, strategic finance, or a related field.
Five (5) years or more leading teams and/or a significant business, region, or commercial finance function.
Prior experience partnering with senior executives and leading annual planning, forecasting, long‑range planning, and performance analysis.
Experience supporting a complex North multiple channels - such as wholesale, eCommerce, retail, and distribution - is often preferred.
Any equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Experience partnering with Sales, Ecommerce, Distribution, or Channel teams in a fast-paced, seasonal environment.
Deep understanding of key financial levers including sell-through, gross margin drivers, and customer/channel profitability.
Advanced Excel and modeling experience required; proficiency in planning tools like Adaptive Insights or Anaplan preferred.
Understanding of and experience with the application and leverage of AI tools and concepts
Familiarity with ERP and BI tools such as SAP, Microsoft D365, Tableau, Adaptive, or Power BI.
Travel Required: Yes, up to 10% of the time.
Base Salary: $205,400 - $216,800
The salary range posted for this position represents the anticipated hiring range for this role. Offers are made within this range based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, and market considerations. This is the hiring range for the position; compensation above the posted maximum is not typically available at the time of hire.
Work Location: Hybrid
This role is based in the Portland, OR area and follows a hybrid work model. Employees are expected to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of our Portland office and generally work on-site four days per week, with flexibility based on business and team needs.
Why Work at KEEN
Driven by a passion for life outside, KEEN is a values‑led, independently owned brand from Portland, Oregon, that’s on a mission to create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN launched a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport adventure sandal and has donated more than $18 million to non‑profit organizations and causes around the world to promote responsible outdoor recreation, including conservation efforts to protect open spaces. KEEN strives to show the world through its products and its actions that a business for good can actually be good for business. By giving back, reducing impact, and activating communities and individuals to protect the places where we work and play, KEEN puts its values in motion and takes action to leave the world a better place.
Fuerst Group, KEEN, and Chrome are equal opportunity employers. We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
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Worksite address
portland, OR, 97204, US
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