Lead Director, Financial Planning and Analysis

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.Position Summary
The Lead Director Financial Planning and Analysis provides strategic leadership and oversight for financial planning and analysis functions by managing a team of financial analysts, coordinating budgeting and forecasting processes, providing guidance on financial strategy, and collaborating with stakeholders to align financial goals with business objectives. Ensures accurate financial reporting, drives process improvements, and contributes to strategic planning and risk assessment.Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting cycles for Revenue and Cost of Sales (COS), leading cross-functional communication with Sales and Operations to gain alignment on key drivers and assumptions, ensuring an accurate, defensible, and timely plan.
• Partner with Operations leadership to develop capacity and production forecast assumptions; translate operational KPI metrics into actionable financial guidance, identifying opportunities for gross margin improvement and mitigating risks.
• Spearhead the modernization of the FP&A function by identifying and implementing process improvements, leveraging AI and advanced reporting tools to foster greater efficiency, enhance data integrity, and elevate the strategic value of our financial analysis.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of 3+, focusing on active coaching and professional development to advance their careers.
• Building the underlying financial models that inform strategic investments, with a clear focus on assessing ROI and other key return metrics to ensure capital is allocated to the highest-value opportunities
• Drive business strategy and performance by communicating compelling, data-backed insights to the leadership team, influencing resource allocation and key initiatives to ensure financial objectives are achieved

In order to be successful in this role you must exhibit the following:

• Adept at execution and delivery (planning, delivering, and supporting) skills.
• Adept at business intelligence.
• Adept at collaboration and teamwork.
• Mastery of problem solving and decision making skills.
• Mastery of growth mindset (agility and developing yourself and others) skills.

Required Qualifications

10+ years of financial planning and analysis experience.

5+ years of healthcare finance or operations experience.

5+ years of experience with Anaplan, SQL, and/or snowflake.Preferred Qualifications

AI experienceEducation

Bachelors Degree required or equivalent years of related experience.Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:$100,000.00 - $231,540.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.Great benefits for great peopleWe take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
• Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefitsWe anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/30/2025Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Client-provided location(s): Dallas, TX

Job ID: CVS-R0682534

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-08-14T19:46:22