Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

Brand: Trail Blazers
Category: Finance
Department: Finance
Job Type: Full-Time
Date Posted: Aug 20, 2025

Description

Become a part of the team behind the team.

As employees of the Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter, we do more than basketball. We are blazing trails toward winning championships on and off the court.

We are pioneers and innovators. We look for people who push boundaries, who dream, who are committed to inclusivity – who want to contribute to Rip City!

As our Director, Financial Planning & Analysis, you will lead and develop the FP&A function, driving budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial reporting across all business units. You will partner closely with senior leadership to provide strategic financial insights, identify risks and opportunities, and guide resource allocation that supports both short- and long-term goals. In this role, you will oversee the development of KPIs and dashboards, manage the annual budget and reforecast cycles, and ensure analytical rigor in all financial models and business cases. You will also mentor the FP&A team, foster cross-departmental collaboration, and deliver executive-level reporting that shapes key business decisions.

Our ideal candidate is a strategic, results-driven finance leader with a proven track record of guiding organizations through budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning at the highest level. We’re looking for someone who can turn complex financial data into actionable insights that shapestrategy, while mentoring and developing a high-performing FP&A team.

You bring advanced financial modeling skills, expert-level Excel proficiency, and deep experience with financial planning systems, along with the ability to communicate effectively with both executive leadership and non-financial stakeholders. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable in a multi-entity environment, balancing big-picture strategy with meticulous attention to detail. If you’re passionate about using data to influence decision-making and elevate financial performance, we want to hear from you!

DAY-TO-DAY:

• Lead the organization’s financial planning and analysis function, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial reporting across all business units.
• Own the annual budget process and mid-year reforecast cycles, managing timelines, tools, deliverables, and executive review materials across multiple entities.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to senior leadership, identifying risks and opportunities that drive decision-making, resource allocation, and long-term planning.
• Oversee development of key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial dashboards that measure business performance and support operational accountability.
• Partner closely with department heads to review monthly results, resolve budget questions, and translate financial data into actionable insights for business units.
• Review and approve models, analysis, and business cases created by the FP&A team (including deal evaluations, scenario modeling, and capital investment analysis).
• Mentor and manage the FP&A team, including the Senior Financial Analyst and any future hires, providing professional development and ensuring analytical rigor.
• Collaborate with Accounting and Business Operations teams to ensure alignment between actuals, forecasts, and system integrations (e.g., NetSuite Planning & Budgeting).
• Prepare and present executive-level reporting packages for the VP of Finance, CFO, and other senior leaders, and investor group, highlighting key financial trends and strategic implications.
• Recommend data-driven strategies that support the organization’s long-term financial goals and evolving business model.
  
  

WE’D LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE:

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or business operations
• At least 3 years of people management experience, with a proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning, including scenario planning and investment evaluation
• A strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Advanced Excel and data visualization skills, with experience building scalable reporting tools and dashboards
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability totranslate complex financial concepts into clear, actionable insights for executive and non-financial stakeholders.
• Proficiency with financial planning systems such as NetSuite Planning and Budgeting, Adaptive Insights, or similar tools
• A strategic mindset with strong business acumen, capable of synthesizing financial data into actionable insights and guiding executive decision-making.
• A track record of leading cross-functional initiatives that improve financial processes, reporting accuracy, and planning effectiveness.
• High integrity, discretion in handling sensitive information, and strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities with accuracy
• A deep understanding of budgeting processes, management reporting, and their impact on operational and strategic outcomes.

WE’D BE THRILLED IF YOU ALSO HAVE:

• MBA, CPA, or CFA designation
• Experience in sports, live entertainment, or multi-entity organizations
• Hands-on experience implementing or optimizing FP&A tools and systems
• Experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders on strategic initiatives

Offers of employment are conditional upon the successful results of an individual background check. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories and review results on an individual basis.

The Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter embraces diversity and inclusion. We celebrate individual expression and uniqueness on our campus. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination. We are committed to hiring individuals that reflect the community we serve without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. We are an equal opportunity employer.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

PERKS:

We invest in our employees inside and outside of work. Our benefits package for full-time teammates includes:

• Target Salary: $150,000 annually
• Competitive Healthcare Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Maternal & Parental Leave
• Flexible Time Off (3 weeks + 11 holidays)
• Wellness Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking + Discounted Mass Transit Passes
• Discounted & Complimentary Tickets
• Ongoing Learning & Development
• Daily Free Lunch