Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

Location: Cleveland, OH

Location

127 Public Square, Cleveland Ohio

Job Summary

The Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) serves as a strategic finance leader responsible for driving enterprise-wide financial planning, forecasting, performance management, and executive decision support. This role partners closely with senior business leaders, Finance leadership, Treasury, Accounting, Investor Relations, and Human Resources to provide insightful analysis that informs strategic planning, resource allocation, and business performance decisions.

The Director leads a team of finance professionals and is accountable for delivering strategic analysis, executive-level financial reporting, long-range planning, and actionable insights that improve business performance and support KeyBank's strategic objectives. The successful candidate combines strong financial acumen with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, compelling narratives for executive audiences.

Essential Functions

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the development of enterprise-wide financial targets in the annual operating plan.
• Analyze key financial drivers, trends, and business performance metrics.
• Provide scenario analysis and strategic planning support for executive decision-making.

Executive Reporting & Decision Support

• Prepare and present executive-level financial analyses, forecasts, and performance updates.
• Develop concise, actionable financial narratives for senior leadership and governance committees.
• Identify emerging risks, opportunities, and trends impacting financial performance.
• Support preparation of materials for executive management, Finance leadership, and Board-level discussions.

Business Performance Management

• Partner with business leaders to establish financial targets and performance metrics.
• Monitor performance against plan and communicate key variances and business drivers.
• Recommend actions to improve profitability, productivity, and resource utilization.
• Lead ad hoc analyses supporting strategic initiatives, investments, and business cases.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of FP&A professionals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and analytical excellence.
• Establish priorities and ensure timely delivery of high-quality financial analysis.
• Build organizational capabilities through coaching, development planning, and career growth opportunities.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with Accounting, Treasury, Investor Relations, HR, Risk Management, and business leaders to ensure alignment of financial plans and reporting.
• Support enterprise initiatives, business transformations, and regulatory or strategic projects.
• Drive process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and reporting capabilities.

Governance & Controls

• Maintain strong financial controls and governance standards throughout planning and reporting processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Support Finance leadership in delivering consistent, accurate, and transparent financial information.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.

MBA, CPA, CFA, or other relevant professional designation preferred.

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of progressive Finance, FP&A, Corporate Finance, Treasury, or related experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of leadership experience managing teams and complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience leading forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning processes.
• Experience preparing executive-level presentations and communicating with senior leadership.

Required Skills & Competencies

Financial Planning & Analysis

Ability to develop forecasts, budgets, long-range plans, and strategic financial analyses that support business objectives.

Executive Communication

Ability to translate complex financial information into clear, concise, and actionable insights for senior leaders.

Strategic Thinking

Ability to evaluate business performance, identify trends, and recommend solutions that improve financial outcomes.

Leadership

Proven capability to lead teams, develop talent, and drive high performance within a collaborative environment.

Business Partnership

Demonstrated ability to influence decision-making and build trusted relationships across multiple stakeholder groups.

Data & Analytics

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with experience leveraging financial systems and data visualization tools.

Process Improvement

Experience enhancing financial planning processes, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiency.

Preferred Characteristics

• Executive presence and ability to challenge and influence senior leaders constructively.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect financial performance to strategic outcomes.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution.
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic, highly visible environment with competing priorities.
• Proven track record of building credibility as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $116,000.00 - $216,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

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Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 10/21/2026

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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