Director, Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis

The Director – Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) for Corporate functions will be a strategic leader responsible for driving the financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and analysis processes for the company’s corporate functions. This individual will play a critical role in influencing key business decisions by providing valuable insights and actionable recommendations to executive leadership. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial planning and analysis, a proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, and excellent communication skills.

Primary Responsibilities

• Cost allocation management. Support and improve cost allocation management to ensure full reconciliation
• Leadership. Manage, mentor, and develop a high performing FP&A team to support the needs of corporate functions and the broader organization.
• Budgeting and forecasting. Drive budget and forecast process for corporate functions, including IT, Finance, Compliance, Legal, HR, Risk, Audit, Operations, Strategy, and other administrative departments, ensuring alignment with company-wide objectives and financial targets.
• Performance analysis. Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the effectiveness and efficiency of corporate functions
• Process improvement. Continuously evaluate and enhance FP&A processes, systems, and tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and data-driven decision-making.
• Management reporting. Lead the production and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports, highlighting key trends and variances for executive leadership.
• Business partnering. Partner with functional leaders to understand business drivers, identify risks and opportunities, and provide recommendations to optimize financial performance. Manage ad hoc requests from business owners, and local & home office finance counterparties
• Communication. Communicate financial results, trends, and recommendations to executive leadership and other stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
• Strategic support. Provide financial support for strategic initiatives, including new products, mergers, business case development, and cost optimization projects.

Qualifications

• Keen attention to detail and excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and build relationships across the organization.
• Ability to be highly organized and deliver quality work in timely manner to meet tight deadlines and handle pressure situations.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to interpret a wide range of financial information
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to manage, motivate, and develop a high-performing team.

The expected base salary ranges from $137,500 - $225,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Other Requirements

Mizuho has in place a remote working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations.

Company Overview

Mizuho Americas is a leading financial institution comprising several legal entities, which together offer clients corporate and investment banking, financing, securities, treasury services, asset management, research and more. Mizuho’s operations in the Americas connect a broad client base of major corporations, financial institutions and public sector groups to local markets and a vast global network. Mizuho Americas is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: MFG), which is comprised of offices in nearly 40 countries, approximately 60,000 employees, and assets of more than USD 1.8 trillion. Learn more at mizuhoamericas.com.

Mizuho Bank Ltd. offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.