Director, FP&A

Job Description:

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world's largest news-gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America's largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron's, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor's Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

About the Role

The Finance Director of Dow Jones will play a critical leadership role in driving the financial performance and strategic direction of multiple key business segments within Dow Jones. You will serve as a strategic advisor to the Advertising, Events, Leadership Institute and Brand Marketing operating teams, providing insights and guidance to enable data-driven decision-making and ensure the business achieves its financial and operational goals. You will be based in our NYC office reporting to the SVP of Finance. 

You Will:

P&L Ownership:

• Have full accountability for the Profit and Loss statement, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Maximize revenue growth by leveraging financial insights to develop innovative strategies, optimize product offerings, and identify new market opportunities.
• Monitor and manage costs, ensuring operational efficiency and margin optimization.
• Drive financial performance through strategic initiatives, operational efficiencies, and market positioning.
• Own the forecast, budget and Long Range planning process.

KPI Development and Management

• Establish and track key financial indicators across revenue and cost dimensions to gauge business performance.
• Implement cost-related KPIs to ensure fiscal discipline and transparency.

Operational Excellence:

• Lead the enhancement of revenue reporting systems to ensure accuracy and integrity in financial data.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other departments for optimal resource and headcount management.

Strategic Leadership:

• Serve as a key financial advisor to the group leaders, helping shape and balance short-term performance with long-term strategy.
• Work closely with sales leadership and other cross-functional leaders to pinpoint opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Lead the Budget and Long Range Plan strategic planning process.

Team Leadership:

• Build and guide a high-performing team, fostering a culture of transparency, accountability and collaboration.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as a liaison for key internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate business performance, financial analysis, risks, and opportunities to Dow Jones senior management effectively.
• Enhance collaboration across Dow Jones business units to capitalize on enterprise-wide opportunities.
• You Have:
• Analytical Expertise: Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to identify and address critical financial issues.
• Financial Modeling Proficiency: Advanced financial modeling skills with high proficiency in Excel, enabling detailed and strategic analysis.
• Operational & Strategic Insight: Strong operational background with the capability to implement financial plans effectively. Demonstrated ability to think strategically, translating complex data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Effective Communication: Strong communication skills, capable of engaging and influencing stakeholders at all organizational levels. 
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in financial roles with a track record of progressive responsibility.
• Proven capability to develop and implement strategic plans in a dynamic environment.
• Exceptional analytical and financial skills.
• Strong leadership qualities wit