Job Details
The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis is responsible for a variety of responsibilities within the Finance Department and provides dotted line support to the Real Estate & Development team.
Within Finance, this role will be responsible for building and leading a financial planning & analysis capability for The Wills Group. The focus areas of financial planning & analysis include planning/budgeting, management/performance reporting and forecasting/modelling on a Company-wide basis. Additional responsibilities within Finance will include managing monthly/quarterly/annual reporting for both internal and external purposes around banking administration, monthly close (financial and operational data), EVA reporting, same store reporting, market share reporting, debt compliance, board/executive reporting, and audit/income tax return support. On an ad hoc basis, core responsibilities will also include modelling and related support for both acquisitions and debt re-financing. In support of RE&D, this role will include lookback analysis of completed projects in conjunction with The Wills Group s Investment Committee.
How You'll Make an Impact
Play a key leadership role in the Finance organization including improving management reporting, forecast accuracy, quality of business decision support and assisting with business optimization for The Wills Group
Managing the monthly, quarterly and annual internal and external financial reporting processes including those surrounding closing, EVA, OBY market share, debt compliance, board/exec reporting, and lookback analyses
Managing the annual audit and income tax return processes in coordination with other finance team members
Modelling for acquisitions and debt re-finances using both EVA and non-EVA methodologies
Play key role in capital planning and annual budget, including associated presentations and analysis
Partner with the functional leaders on all financial aspects of their business and assist on complex business decisions identifying any financial implications
Develop key KPI s and metrics to better inform business leaders and the company
Manage the Manager of Financial Reporting
What We're Looking For
BA in Business Administration, Economics, or Finance is preferred, MBA or advanced degree a plus.
Seasoned financial analysis and modelling experience.
Strong knowledge of retail real estate and real estate analytics.
Ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
Ability to present to the Executive Committee and Board of Directors, as needed.
An understanding of finance (including familiarity with measuring investment returns) and an in-depth knowledge of company financial modelling tools are essential.
A general understanding of real estate analytics and valuation.
An understanding of work breakdown structures and critical path development would be ideal.
Ability to remain informed on regulatory and market conditions and changes that affect The Wills Group assets is critical.
Availability and Travel
This is a hybrid role will require 3 days in office, with the remainder remote; our core operating hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM EST to 4:30 PM EST.
Why You Should Join Wills Group
As a thriving, family-owned, $1.5 billion company headquartered in scenic La Plata, Maryland, (a 45-minute commute from Washington, DC), we take pride in our strong presence across the Mid-Atlantic region. Featuring nearly 300 retail locations of our family of brands including Dash In, Splash In ECO Car Wash, and SMO Motor Fuels, we are shaping the future of convenience retailing, fuels marketing, and commercial real estate.
Since 1926, our work-hard, play-hard mentality propels us to serve the communities that have supported us throughout the years. Keeping lives in motion is more than our mission-it's our way of life! We're dedicated to empowering individuals to embrace new possibilities and chart their own paths to success. Discover the fulfillment of working alongside passionate professionals, where your ideas are valued, and your potential is nurtured. Become part of something bigger when you join the Wills Group!
Benefits and Perks
Embark on a rewarding journey where your growth, future, and well-being take center stage! As a certified Great Place to Work , the Wills Group understands today's professionals desire meaningful careers with a culture that's as authentic as possible. We pride ourselves in fostering an environment that supports your overall development.
Look forward to joining a company that celebrates your wins whether big or small. You can count on us to provide industry-leading total rewards packages that include a range of benefits and perks that contribute to your overall well-being:
Financial Well-being Employer 401(k) match (currently at 7%), health savings plan, and financial planning.
Physical Well-being Comprehensive health, vision, and dental plans tailored to meet the needs of our people and their families, even their pets!
Paid Time Off Vacation, sick, personal, community engagement, and parental leave for new parents.
Work/Life Balance Hybrid and Flexible work environment, Employee Assistance Program, travel assistance, family life planning.
Education and Development Opportunities 100% tuition reimbursement to support our people s education goals, robust development programs, and certificate program assistance (up to 100% employer-paid).
Competitive Salary - Competitive pay matched to DC Metro area.
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Wills Group is an equal opportunity employer. Wills Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. #HQ