Director Financial Analysis

WeWork Reforma Latino (97001), Mexico, Ciudad de Mexico, Ciudad de MexicoDirector Financial Analysis

Capital One is seeking a strategic minded leader, analytic problem solver, and curiosity-driven team member to provide financial leadership to Capital One’s new Technology talent hub in Mexico City.

Responsibilities will include building and leading a team of associates; deeply collaborating with the business to set an executable budget; analyzing current financial results to identify and address business issues and opportunities; and communicating not only ‘what’ has occurred, but also ‘why’ and recommended next steps.

This team will work with the U.S. and Mexico businesses to support key decisions across product, technology, and design. The team will track financial results and trends, including model & analytics creation, consolidation of results, and overall coordination of various financial, accounting, supplier and business processes. This role requires strong customer focus and partnering abilities, attention to detail, problem solving, strategic thinking, executive level communication, project management, and influencing skills in order to effectively:

• Support the business in prioritization and funding decisions
• ‘Tell the story’ of financial results and forecasts within the context of business priorities
• Articulate outcomes of analysis, along with relevant insights and recommendations
• Oversee the delivery of critical Accounting, Tax, Reporting requirements
• Oversee the execution of the local Travel & Expense program on behalf of Capital One Mexico associates
• Partner with finance, accounting and business leadership in the US and Mexico to assess the financial implications of ongoing efforts
• Communicate business and analysis results to senior leadership audiences
• Manage, prioritize and coordinate various accounting and business activities for your team & partners

Key Responsibilities

• Applies critical thinking skills to current challenges and opportunities facing Capital One and the broader financial services industry
• Brings insights and a point of view on aspects relevant to the business beyond financials
• Sets an agenda for the team and helps shape the partner’s agenda, with an enterprise-first mindset
• Operates autonomously with partner teams and leverages sound judgment in decision-making
• Accurately analyzes & explains key cost drivers and annual financial trajectory; provides strategic insights and suggests actions to business and finance partners
• Drives multiple projects by providing thought leadership and working closely with highly specialized subject matter experts across lines of business
• Identifies opportunities to solve problems at scale, leveraging technology to automate and streamline processes
• Manages, coaches, and develops a team of 5-7 associates across Accounting, Travel & Expense, and Financial Planning & Analysis
• Fosters a supportive and inclusive culture across direct and broader team settings
• Leads through growth and change, setting a high bar for performance; prioritizes work to find the best leverage model and support the team while driving highest impact
• Communicates analytic insights through clear, high impact, “executive-ready” presentations with limited input and with a deep understanding of the content to facilitate going “off script”
• Uses storytelling and effective communication to highlight what matters most to senior audiences
• Develops analytic frameworks to solve critical questions and guide strategic decision making
• Leverages sound business judgment and logic to evaluate analytical results and formulate recommendations which include supporting rationale
• Builds relationships across the organization by partnering with peers and senior leaders throughout the company

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 10 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• At least 4 years of experience managing a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function
• At least 3 years of people management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Master's Degree in Finance
• At least 12 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• At least 10 years of experience managing a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function
• At least 5 years of people management experience including both direct and indirect reports
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) license OR Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish

At Capital One, we respect individual differences in culture, religion, and ethnicity. Likewise, we promote equal opportunities and development for all personnel. In the hiring process, we seek to provide equal employment opportunities to candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil status, national origin, disability, or any other situation protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe, any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Service Corp (COPSSC), and any position posted in Mexico is for Capital One Technology Labs Mexico.