Sr. FP&A Manager- Americas

About Us: 

Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We’re growing fast and our ambition is huge – more categories, more locations and more people. Dyson launched in the US in 2002, and since then operations have grown exponentially.

Our US headquarters is based in Chicago's Fulton Market neighborhood. We also have employees working in field sales, our service centers, and in our growing number of Dyson Demo Stores across the country. 

About the Role:

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Manager to lead our Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team for the Americas region. In this pivotal role, you will ensure alignment with Dyson’s core growth pillars while overseeing the planning process. The Senior FP&A Manager – Americas will partner closely with the VP of Finance, the Regional President, and other commercial leaders to articulate the performance narrative for the Americas, drive decision-making, and provide financial insights that support long-term goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, expertise in financial modeling, and the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to non-financial stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic initiatives.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support business planning, scenario analysis, and investment decisions.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual performance against budgets and forecasts, providing insights to senior management.

Reporting & Insights

• Prepare and present monthly financial reports and dashboards for executive leadership, highlighting key performance indicators and trends.
• Develop financial reporting book
• Analyze financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement and presenting actionable recommendations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with business units to gather inputs for financial forecasts and budgets, ensuring comprehensive and accurate financial planning.
• Partner with operations, marketing, and sales teams to evaluate new initiatives and investment opportunities, providing financial insights to support decision-making.

Strategic Support

• Support strategic initiatives and projects by providing financial analysis and guidance on profitability, cost control, and resource allocation.
• Assist in the development of long-term financial strategies, including capital expenditure planning and investment analysis.

Team Leadership

• Mentor and develop junior FP&A team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Manage the FP&A team’s workflow and priorities, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of financial insights and reports.

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or relevant certification (CPA/CMA) preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of finance experience, with a focus on financial planning and analysis ideally in CPG.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
• Understand of data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau, Power BI)
• Excellent analytical skills with a proven ability to interpret complex financial data and derive actionable insights.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively present financial information to non-financial stakeholders; advanced PowerPoint skills are essential for creating impactful presentations.
• High level of proficiency in Excel for data analysis and modeling; experience with ERP systems required
• Strong leadership skills, with a track record of developing and mentoring finance professionals.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits:

At Dyson, how we reward you is linked to our high-performance culture. But it’s about more than salary and bonus. Through a package of financial, lifestyle and health benefits, we support whatever stage of life you’re in and the moments that matter.

Financial benefits:

• 401K with up to a 4% match

• Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D

• Flexible Savings Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)

Lifestyle benefits:

• Competitive Paid Time Off Benefits including Separate Holiday, Sick, and Vacation Time

• Pre-tax Commuter Benefits (applicable areas only)

• Generous Child Care Leave Program

• Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Generous Dyson Product Discounts

Health benefits:

• Multi-Level Healthcare Coverage Options

• Vision & Dental Coverage

• Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability