About the Role
Optimum's Consumer Services FP&A team is looking for a Sr. Director, Financial Planning & Analysis to lead financial consolidation, executive reporting, headcount and non-personnel forecasting. This is a highly visible leadership role with direct exposure to senior executives and the opportunity to build and shape a team from the ground up. As the Sr. Director, you will serve as a trusted strategic partner to the VP, FP&A and the executive leadership team, translating complex financial data into clear executive narratives while leading a team of three finance leaders across distinct functional areas. You'll bring structure, rigor, and scalable process to a high-growth, high-visibility function within one of the country's leading connectivity companies.
Responsibilities
- Own and manage operations financial consolidation, executive reporting, headcount forecasting, non-personnel forecasting, and month end consolidation.
- Lead, develop, and hold accountable a team of three direct reports — each owning a distinct functional area.
- Serve as the primary finance business partner for C-level planning and reporting cycles.
- Drive the monthly and quarterly financial close and forecast processes across the pillar.
- Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all executive financial deliverables, including board-level materials.
- Partner cross-functionally with Operations, HR, and other cross functional teams to align on financial plans and priorities.
- Build scalable processes, reporting infrastructure, and governance frameworks across the pillar.
- Lead hiring, onboarding, and performance development for your team.
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive FP&A or finance leadership experience.
- 3+ years leading managers or multi-functional finance teams.
- A proven track record owning executive-level financial reporting and consolidations.
- Experience operating within a large, complex organization — telecom, technology, or consumer services strongly preferred.
- Experience partnering with front line operational organizations driving growth.
- Strong financial modeling and forecasting skills across both personnel and non-personnel cost.
- A demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and retain high-performing finance talent.
- Experience supporting a C-suite executive as a direct finance partner.
- Background in headcount planning or workforce financial management.
Skills
- Financial modeling
- Forecasting
- Executive reporting
- Financial consolidation
- Headcount forecasting
- Non-personnel forecasting
- Team leadership
- Process building
- Reporting infrastructure development
- Governance framework development
- Hiring
- Onboarding
- Performance development
Location
- New York
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Senior Director
- 10+ years of progressive FP&A or finance leadership experience
- 3+ years leading managers or multi-functional finance teams
Education Level
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree
Salary/Compensations
- $161,186.00 - $230,265.00 / year
About the Company
- Optimum is a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity.
- Our successes are powered by our amazing product, a commitment to our people and culture, and the connections we make in our communities.
- At Optimum, every action and interaction we take part in, is driven by our three Guiding Principles: Do What’s Right, Drive One Optimum, and Make It Happen.
- Our employees are empowered to do the right thing for our customers and co-workers and to recognize and reward these behaviors when we see them.
- It’s all part of the bigger picture of “Be The Difference” where each employee knows they have the power to enact real change, share new ideas, and understand that learning never stops.
Equal Opportunity
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
- The Company provides reasonable accommodations upon request in accordance with applicable requirements.
