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McGraw Hill is seeking a Finance Director to lead financial planning and analysis for the Higher Ed business unit, driving strategic initiatives and optimizing financial performance in a collaborative remote environment.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include leading FP&A activities, providing financial insights, developing budgets and forecasts, conducting financial modeling, and mentoring the finance team.

Skills: Candidates should possess strong financial analysis capabilities, leadership skills, excellent communication, and proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools.

Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is preferred along with a minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, including 6 years in managerial roles, and preferably CPA or CFA certifications.

Location: This is a remote position, open to applicants in the United States, with occasional travel required (up to 25%).

Compensation: $120000 - $180000 / Annually

Overview

Build the Future 

At McGraw Hill, we are dedicated to delivering digital learning experiences that transform education for learners and educators. Our focus is on creating seamless, impactful products that truly benefit our users while supporting growth and collaboration across teams. We foster a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and a balance between career growth and personal well-being.

McGraw Hill is seeking a Finance Director to join the corporate Finance team and support our Higher Ed business unit.  

How can you make an impact?

The Finance Director will play a key role in the Finance Team, providing the financial and operational support for go-to-market (FP&A and Product) financial analysis and decision support activities. In this role, you will be driving insights and recommendations to support strategic initiatives and optimize financial performance. This role will partner closely with the Higher Ed business unit and corporate financial planning organization to drive alignment and optimization of go-to-market activities within multi-year modeling. You will also play a critical part in partnering with senior leadership to shape the organization's strategy and drive sustainable growth.

To be successful in this role, you should have proven interpersonal skills with a track record of establishing collaborative business relationships with cross functional teams within an organization. We’re looking for someone with the ability to manage and use large volumes of data within analyses along with using existing resources to problem solve. This role requires effective communication skills to work with all levels of management and staff.

This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States. Travel is required up to 25 percent of the year for in-person meetings and events. 

What you will be doing: 

Strategic Financial Planning:

• Lead the development and execution of the organization's FP&A and Product financial activities, including key inputs to annual budgeting, long-range planning, and forecasting.
• Partner with executive leadership to establish strategic financial objectives, aligning financial plans with overall business goals and priorities.
• Drive the formulation of financial strategies and initiatives to optimize profitability, capital allocation, and resource allocation decisions. 

Financial Analysis and Insights: 

• In partnership with Data and Analytics organization, oversee the preparation and analysis of product and go-to-market monthly/quarterly financial and reports, highlighting key performance metrics, trends, and variances against budget and forecast.
• Provide strategic insights and actionable recommendations to senior management based on financial analysis, scenario modeling, and business intelligence.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of business performance drivers, identifying opportunities for revenue enhancement, cost optimization, and operational efficiency improvements.

Budgeting and Forecasting Excellence: 

• Provide key inputs to the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads and functional leaders to develop realistic and achievable budgets aligned with business objectives.
• Actively support the continuous improvement of forecasting methodologies, tools, and processes to enhance accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of financial forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying risks, opportunities, and deviations, and providing proactive recommendations to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities. 

Financial Modeling and Scenario Analysis: 

• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support strategic decision-making, scenario analysis, and sensitivity testing for various business initiatives and investment opportunities.
• Evaluate potential acquisitions, investments, and strategic projects through rigorous financial modeling, assessing their impact on financial performance, cash flow, and shareholder value.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and prioritize strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with financial objectives and risk-return considerations. 

Leadership and Team Development: 

• Provide strong leadership and mentorship to the Finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Set clear performance expectations, goals, and development plans for team members, promoting professional growth and succession planning within the organization.
• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, promoting cross-functional collaboration and alignment on financial objectives and priorities. 

We’re looking for someone with:  

• Bachelor’s degree required, Masters degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years professional experience and at least 6 years of increasing managerial experience
• Progressive experience in finance leadership roles, with a focus on financial planning & analysis, strategic planning, and decision support.
• Proven track record of driving strategic financial planning processes, delivering actionable insights, and influencing senior leadership decisions.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams, build high-performing cultures, and drive organizational change.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on driving innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence in financial planning and analysis functions.

Preferred Experience:  

• CPA, CFA, or other relevant professional certifications preferred.
• Extensive experience in financial modeling, scenario analysis, and advanced Excel skills; proficiency in financial planning software highly desirable. 

Why join McGraw Hill?  

There has never been a better time to join McGraw Hill. In our culture of curiosity and innovation, you will be able to own your growth and develop as we do.     

The pay range for this position is between $120,000 - 180,000 annually, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. A full range of medical and/or other benefits is offered as part of this employment package. Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.    

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