Director, Financial Planning & Analysis – Growth & Strategy

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Why This Role Matters

We are seeking a Director of FP&A - Growth & Strategy to be a key financial leader, partnering with executive teams across B2C Subscription, B2B Enterprise Subscription, and other new growth initiatives and products. This individual will play a critical role in shaping financial strategy, optimizing investments, and supporting data-driven decision-making to accelerate growth here at The Washington Post.

The ideal candidate is an experienced finance professional with a strong analytical mindset, deep understanding of media business models, and the ability to translate financial insights into actionable strategies.

• You are energized by the opportunity to drive growth and reinvention in a mission-driven organization.
• You are a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments and skillfully manages multiple priorities and deadlines.
• You enjoy interpreting complex financial data and translating it into clear, actionable strategies.
• You are a relationship-builder who cultivates strong partnerships across functions and leadership levels.
• You are passionate about mentoring and developing high-performing teams.
• You are motivated by the opportunity to support a newsroom that delivers trusted, high-impact journalism.
• You are excited by the challenge of building a sustainable funding model for private media ownership.
• You are bold in taking thoughtful risks to push boundaries and unlock innovation.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive financial planning and analysis framework that aligns with our company's strategic objectives
• Develop and manage financial models, forecasts, and budgets that inform our business planning and decision-making in the Growth organization
• Lead long-term financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting to drive profitable growth across all revenue streams, including subscriptions, advertising, and emerging digital initiatives.
• Provide financial guidance and support to senior leadership, helping to inform business decisions and drive growth initiatives
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to identify opportunities for growth and innovation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Newsroom, Opinions, Sales, and Product, to drive revenue growth and optimize resource allocation
• Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring the long-term sustainability of our business
• Lead and manage a team of financial analysts, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities

• 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.

• Experience with financial planning and analysis software, such as Oracle, SAP, Planful, Adaptive Insights or Anaplan
• Knowledge of media industry trends and developments, including digital transformation and subscription-based models
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools, such as Tableau or Power BI
• Familiarity with investment finance, corporate development and M&A processes and methods

• Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
• Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and two personal days
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
• Robust mental health resources
• Backup care and caregiver concierge services
• Gender affirming services
• Pet insurance
• Free Post digital subscription
• Leadership and career development programs