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
UnknownVisa
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

FP&A
Financial Planning
Financial Analysis
Budgeting
Forecasting
Strategic Planning
Data Analysis
Financial Modeling
Leadership
Mentoring
Cross-functional Collaboration

The Washington Post

About The Washington Post

None, NoneHeadquarters
1877Year Founded
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Mental Health Support
Pet Insurance
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Job cuts due to declining online readership indicate potential financial instability.
Panera partnership may not yield expected subscription increases, based on industry trends.
Scott Vance's promotion could lead to internal restructuring challenges affecting morale.

Differentiation

The Post partners with Panera Bread for unique digital subscription offers.
'Style Sessions' collaboration enhances cultural influence and attracts diverse audiences.
'The Post Roast' collaboration with Compass Coffee creates a unique brand experience.

Upsides

Panera partnership could boost digital subscriptions and readership.
'Style Sessions' may attract arts and lifestyle enthusiasts, enhancing cultural influence.
Scott Vance's promotion may align editorial strategy with media consumption trends.

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