Associate Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis

Buckner International Location: Location: Dallas, TX  Address: 12377 Merit Drive, Suite 900  Dallas, TX 75251 Job Schedule: Full-Time 

Buckner International is seeking an Associate Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis to join their team.

The Associate Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) plays a critical leadership role in overseeing and executing financial strategies that support the long-term success of the organization. This individual is responsible for working closely with senior leadership in making informed financial decisions to ensure financial stability and strategic growth by providing actionable insights and accurate financial data.

The role involves coordinating and overseeing the organization’s annual budget process, developing financial models, analyzing financial data, and providing insights for decision-making. The Director will play a vital part in leading financial strategy, guiding operational efficiency, and maintaining financial health across multiple sites and operational units.

What You'Ll Do:

NOTE:  Some descriptions may have more specific duties and/or goals and objectives attached to this form.  Such attachments normally reflect unique aspects of specific locations, shifts, departments, etc.

• Lead preparation of annual operating and capital budgets under the direction of the VP, Chief Financial Officer, collaborating with department heads to develop detailed operating and capital budgets.
• Develop and oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy and clarity for all stakeholders.
• Provide detailed analysis of financial results, including variance analysis, budget-to-actual comparisons, and financial forecasting.
• Present financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership, highlighting areas of concern, risk mitigation strategies, and opportunities for growth.
• Serve as system administrator of financial planning tools and systems. Drive continuous improvements in FP&A processes, tools, and reporting mechanisms.
• Develop financial dashboards and management reporting tools to assist leadership in decision-making.
• Monitor and analyze operating results against budget projections, identifying trends, issues, and corrective actions.
• In conjunction with the VP, Chief Financial Officer, develop long-term financial and scenario planning models and forecasts to support strategic initiatives and proactively identify risk areas and provide options for long-term sustainability.
• Provide financial analysis and modeling for expansion projects and new business opportunities.
• Lead cross-departmental financial planning efforts, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and long-term objectives.
• Continually improve the budget process through education of managers on financial issues that impact their budgets.
• Ensure alignment between budgeting, strategic objectives, and operational goals.
• Participate in Board meetings as required by the VP, Chief Financial Officer.
• Assist the AVP, Controller with developing a methodology for calculating indirect costs to be used in grant proposals. The methodology will be reviewed annually. Evaluate options for obtaining a federally approved indirect cost rate.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Develop and facilitate financial training programs for operational managers and staff to enhance financial literacy and accountability.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Provide financial analysis and modeling for expansion projects and new business opportunities.
• Lead cross-departmental financial planning efforts, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and long-term objectives.
• Continually improve the budget process through education of managers on financial issues that impact their budgets.
• Ensure alignment between budgeting, strategic objectives, and operational goals.
• Participate in Board meetings as required by the VP, Chief Financial Officer.
• Assist the AVP, Controller with developing a methodology for calculating indirect costs to be used in grant proposals. The methodology will be reviewed annually. Evaluate options for obtaining a federally approved indirect cost rate.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Develop and facilitate financial training programs for operational managers and staff to enhance financial literacy and accountability.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What You'Ll Bring:

• Bachelor of Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related degree; Master level degree preferred.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) designation preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant, progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, finance, or accounting, including experience in planning and reporting.
• Senior level FP&A leadership experience, including experience working in multi-site, disparate operations, with preference for healthcare, retirement services, or non-profit sectors.
• Strong background in developing and implementing financial controls, policies, and reporting frameworks.
• Requires in-depth ability to plan, administer, and report budgets.
• Requires proficient working knowledge of project planning and budgetary management. International budgetary management experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, accounting and business intelligence software solutions.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, regulatory compliance, and financial auditing standards.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial management, analysis, and reporting with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to think long-term and align financial strategies with organizational goals.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to partner with and influence others without direct authority; build consensus and look for collaboration with people from different functions and all levels required. Excellent team player.
• Excellent stakeholder management, including strong knowledge and partnering ability with all business functions required.
• Proven communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
• Requires a high level of emotional intelligence with a strong sense of diplomacy and demonstrated success in developing strong collaborative relationships with organizational peers and outside colleagues. Requires ability to relate positively, influentially, and sensitively to a broad spectrum of stakeholders in a variety of multi-tiered relationships and settings.
• Exceptional analytical skills, including an ability to synthesize large amounts of information and to focus quickly on the essence of an issue; strong commitment to producing measurable results. Strong business acumen required.
• Proven ability to function in a fast-paced, high volume, multi-faceted, results-oriented work environment and to analyze issues, identify priorities, manage projects and make decisions expeditiously.
• Ability to minimize risk to the company and remove obstacles required.
• High ethical standards with a focus on integrity, accountability, and transparency.
• Works effectively with cross-functional teams, executive leadership, and external partners.
• Meticulous attention to accuracy, compliance, and data quality in financial reporting.
• Proactive mindset focused on achieving measurable financial outcomes.
• Thrives in dynamic environments with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Requires proficient ability to exhibit detail-oriented skills necessary to understand and manage a wide range of information.

 The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. 

About Buckner International: Since 1879 Buckner has been transforming lives through hands-on ministry, serving the most vulnerable from the beginning to the ending of life. Buckner is one of the oldest and most unique faith-based social service organizations of its kind, serving hundreds of thousands of people each year in the United States and around the world. Learn more about our programs and ministry at buckner.org.  Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, ​age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.