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Director, Corporate FP&A (Corporate Support)

Let’s be unstoppable together!

Circana is a leader in providing technology, AI, and data to fast-moving consumer packaged goods companies, manufacturers, and retailers seeking to optimize their businesses. Our predictive analytics and technology empower clients to measure their market share, understand the underlying consumer behavior driving it, and accelerate their growth. Circana’s Liquid Data technology platform is powered by an expansive, high-quality data set and intelligent algorithms trained on six decades of domain expertise.

At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We’re a global company dedicated to fostering inclusivity and belonging. We value and celebrate the unique experiences, cultures, and viewpoints that each individual brings. By embracing a wide range of backgrounds, skills, expertise, and beyond, we create a stronger, more innovative environment for our employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work. Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana.

Learn more at www.circana.com.

What will I be doing?

The Director of Corporate FP&A will serve as a strategic financial partner to Circana’s Corporate Functions, including HR, Legal, Finance, and other G&A departments. This role is responsible for driving financial planning, enabling cost transparency, and supporting enterprise-wide initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and financial discipline.

You will lead a small team (1 direct report) and collaborate closely with department heads and senior leadership to ensure alignment between functional strategies and corporate financial goals. This role is ideal for a proactive, analytical leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about enabling business success through financial excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Partner with executive leaders to support budgeting, forecasting, & strategic planning.
• Deliver financial insights and recommendations to optimize spend and resource allocation across G&A functions.
• Lead the financial planning process for Corporate Functions, including annual budgets, forecasts, and monthly outlooks.
• Ensure alignment between functional initiatives and enterprise financial targets.
• Support enterprise-wide transformation efforts, including cost optimization, automation, and process improvement.
• Develop and maintain reporting frameworks that provide transparency into functional spend and performance.
• Manage and mentor junior Finance professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Translate financial data into actionable narratives for executive stakeholders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support global operating models and drive consistent financial practices.

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive experience in Finance, with a focus on FP&A, corporate finance, or business partnership.
• Experience supporting G&A functions in a matrixed, high-growth environment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required; MBA or CPA a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex financial planning and reporting processes.
• Proven ability to translate financials into business narratives and influence executive stakeholders.
• Critical thinker with a continuous improvement and learning mindset.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning systems, data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI), and modern FP&A technologies.
• Expert in Excel and PowerPoint, with strong communication and executive-level presentation skills.

Circana Behaviors

As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role:

• Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions.
• Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action.
• Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices.
• Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers.
• Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement.
• Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect, and integrity.
• Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone.

Location: This position can be located in the following area(s): Fully Remote (<10% Travel) or Hybrid (Chicago, IL).

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $150,000.

This job is also eligible for bonus pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

An offer of employment may be conditional upon successful completion of a background check in accordance with local legislation and our candidate privacy notice. Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission.

You can apply for this role through the Circana careers website or Intranet site for internal candidates.

The anticipated application deadline for this position is approximately 11/24/25.

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