Sr. Finance Manager, Corporate Planning & Reporting

Job DescriptionSr. Finance Manager, Corporate Planning and ReportingAdvance Auto Part’s Finance team is focused on delivering strategic and financial planning support that optimizes our organization’s performance. We are seeking a proven finance leader to provide best in class enterprise planning, decision support, and analytical leadership across the organization. In this highly visible role, you will partner closely with the Director of Corporate Finance and senior business leaders to shape strategy, deliver actionable insights, and influence key decisions. You will lead core financial processes, including the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning while promoting financial transparency, alignment to strategic priorities, and continuous process improvement. This role requires strong analytical rigor, the ability to lead change, and effective partnership across a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include but are not limited to the following:Enterprise Planning & Performance Management:Lead Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Long-Range planning, and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and financial objectivesDesign and implement planning frameworks that deepen business insight, clarify tradeoffs, and drive alignment on priorities and operational plans Manage complex, cross functional planning processes by establishing clear timelines, expectations, and accountabilityDrive operational performance through cost optimization, risk mitigation, and value creation strategies in partnership with business and functional leadersLead organizational change initiatives that strengthen cross-functional alignment and improve financial outcomesPartner with the VP Finance and Director Finance to enhance FP&A capabilities, improve processes, and reinforce the company’s operating rhythmFinancial and Business Reporting:Partner with IT Reporting team to strengthen the enterprise reporting structure and automated recurring management insights.Ensure accuracy and consistency across all performance reports to enable timely, fact-based strategic decisions.Team & Capability Development:Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing finance team through effective hiring, teaching, and coaching.Build, implement, and maintain a strong performance-based culture where people want to work and thrive. Act as a culture ambassador who values and role models partnership, accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement. Continuously improve planning processes and financial operations to increase accuracy, agility and impact.Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting or related field5+ years of progressive finance or analytical experience2+ years of people leadership experience, including leading cross-functional teamsAdvanced accounting and financial modeling skillsProven analytical and critical thinkerStrong written and verbal communication skills coupled with strong listening skillsExperienced business partner who can influence up, down, and across an organizationProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)Proficiency in Oracle or other ERP systemsPreferred Qualifications:Master’s Degree (MBA or related)Background in large retail or Fortune 500 company environmentsExperience leading significant process changes within a large organization#LI-GG1California Residents click below for Privacy Notice:

Created: 2026-01-29