Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Company: Experian
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money. We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments. We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com. Job Description Reporting to the SVP Finance, ECS (Experian Consumer Services), the Director of FP&A is a senior finance leader and trusted partner to the ECS CFO and Leadership Team. You will deliver financial insight, analytical rigor, and decision support for a fast?moving, growth?focused consumer finance technology business. You will lead financial planning, forecasting, and performance management for the consolidated ECS portfolio, translating complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights that drive effective decision?making. You will partner closely with ECS finance leaders across operating units, along with regional and global FP&A teams, to align execution with portfolio priorities and enterprise objectives. The role contributes to financial strategy, assesses risks and opportunities, and helps build a high?performing, business?oriented FP&A organization capable of thriving in a high?expectation environment. This is a remote role based in the Pacific Time Zone. Strategic Partnership & Decision Support Be an important financial partner to the ECS CFO, providing insight into consolidated results, operating unit performance, growth, profitability, balance sheet health, and key KPIs. Align financial projections with business priorities by partnering with ECS Leadership and finance leads across operating units. Translate complex financial and operational data into clear, executive-ready analyses and presentations. Support strategic and investment decisions through financial modeling, scenario planning, and sensitivity analysis across the ECS portfolio. Financial Planning, Forecasting & Performance Management Lead and support end-to-end planning and performance cycles, including the Strategic Plan, Operating Plan, forecasts, and executive reviews. Drive forecasting, reporting, and business review processes to deliver accurate insights into consolidated and operating unit performance. Strengthen financial discipline through risk/opportunity assessment and contingency planning. Partner with Corporate, Regional, and Global FP&A teams to maintain consistency and alignment across planning and reporting. Business Performance & Growth Insight Build and maintain dashboards and KPIs that enhance visibility into ECS portfolio performance, innovation, productivity, and cost management. Identify trends, risks, and growth opportunities and translate them into actionable insights for ECS leadership. Provide clear, consistent visibility into financial and operational results to support accountability and data?driven decisions. Collaboration Across the ECS Finance Organization Work closely with operating?unit finance leaders to ensure consistent frameworks, shared insights, and alignment between unit execution and portfolio objectives. Promote collaboration, communication, and best?practice sharing across the ECS finance community. Support finance leadership in strengthening analytical rigor and financial insight across a diverse, expanding portfolio. Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach, and develop an FP&A team, including two direct reports and extended global finance partners. Foster an inclusive, collaborative team culture focused on curiosity, growth, and continuous improvement. Partner with ECS and North America Finance leadership to support talent development and an engaging employee experience. Process Improvement & Ways of Working Enhance FP&A processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and insight. Advance FP&A capabilities through standardization, continuous improvement, and technology/AI adoption. Balance rigor and speed to effectively support decision?making. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field 8 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related disciplines, including experience partnering with senior leaders Demonstrated experience making decisions through data-driven insights Experience leading and developing teams or senior individual contributors Comfortable operating at both strategic and detailed levels Experience working within a large, matrixed, and/or global organization Experience supporting multi-operating-unit or portfolio-based business models A collaborative, inclusive approach to leadership and partnership Experience connecting detailed analysis to practical, decision-ready insights Additional Information Benefits/Perks: Great compensation package and bonus plan. Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K. Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office. Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays. Explore all our exciting benefits here: https://yourexperianbenefits.com/cand -index.html. At Experian, our people and culture set us apart. We're deeply committed to creating an environment where everyone feels they belong and can excel. From inclusion and authenticity to work/life balance, development, wellness, collaboration, and recognition, we focus on what truly matters. Our people-first approach has earned us global recognition: World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ 2025 in 26 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024, among others. Want to see what life at Experian is really like? Explore Experian Life on social or visit our Careers Site. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay range for this position is listed above. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education. You will be also eligible for a variable pay opportunity. Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all groups protected under applicable federal, state and local law, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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