Director, Financial Planning & Analysis at The Washington Post

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Media, Journalism, PublishingIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial planning & analysis, M&A, or corporate development at large organizations
At least 3 years of experience managing and mentoring teams
Proven success in driving financial strategy and growth in a dynamic, fast-changing business environment
Expertise in interpreting complex financial data and delivering actionable insights
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
Demonstrated ability to foster a collaborative, performance-driven team culture
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline; MBA or CFA designation preferred
Nice to Have: Experience with FP&A platforms

Responsibilities

Support and co-implement a comprehensive financial planning and analysis framework that aligns with enterprise strategy and long-term goals
Lead and manage annual planning, forecasting, and budgeting cycles for Advertising, Brand Marketing, Live Events, Engineering, and Product teams
Provide strategic financial insights to senior leaders that influence business decisions and identify pathways for revenue and efficiency gains
Build and maintain dynamic financial models that inform scenario planning and resource allocation in Advertising and adjacent functions
Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across Advertising, News, Brand, Engineering, and Product to evaluate business performance and optimize investments
Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring fiscal sustainability and proactive decision-making
Cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders—including vendors and partners—to align financial communication and performance expectations
Lead and develop a team of financial analysts, promoting a culture of high standards, continuous learning, and operational excellence

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

FP&AFinancial PlanningFinancial AnalysisBudgetingForecastingStrategic PlanningData AnalysisFinancial ModelingLeadershipMentoringCross-functional Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this Director of FP&A role?

This is a full-time position.

Is this role remote or does it require office presence?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are needed for the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis role?

The role requires strategic thinking, collaboration across functions, financial modeling, interpreting complex data into actionable strategies, and mentoring high-performing teams.

What is the company culture like at The Washington Post?

The culture is mission-driven, powered by passionate and talented people working across departments to reinvent news, with a deep investigative spirit, innovation, and a focus on quality journalism.

What makes a strong candidate for this FP&A Director position?

Strong candidates are self-starters who thrive in fast-paced environments, build relationships across functions, drive growth in mission-driven organizations, and take thoughtful risks to unlock innovation.