Caliber · 4 hours ago
Director, Commercial Finance
Caliber Holdings LLC is seeking a strategic and analytical Director of Commercial Finance to lead financial planning, analysis, and performance management for their commercial operations. This role focuses on driving profitability through P&L expertise while collaborating with sales and strategic accounts teams to provide actionable insights into key account performance.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Oversee comprehensive P&L management, identifying and analyzing key levers (e.g., revenue growth, cost efficiencies, margin optimization) to drive financial performance and profitability
Collaborate closely with sales/strategic accounts teams to align financial strategies with commercial goals, providing guidance on deal structures, forecasting, and performance metrics
Conduct detailed P&L performance reviews and analyses for key accounts, delivering insights on variances, trends, and opportunities to senior leadership and stakeholders
Develop and implement basic pricing strategies, including pricing models, competitive analysis, and margin assessments, to enhance revenue and market positioning
Monitor B2B business drivers in the collision repair industry, such as supply chain dynamics, customer acquisition costs, and service delivery efficiencies, while maintaining visibility into B2C end-user impacts (e.g., customer satisfaction and retention)
Utilize data analytics tools like Power BI, Anaplan, Snowflake, and SQL to build dashboards, run queries, and generate reports that support financial decision-making and cross-functional initiatives
Influence and partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., operations, strategic accounts, marketing, and IT) to foster a data-driven culture and achieve shared business objectives
Prepare executive-level presentations and reports on financial performance, risks, and strategic recommendations
Stay abreast of industry trends in collision repair and related sectors to inform financial planning and risk management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on commercial finance or FP&A
Strong understanding of P&L statements, financial modeling, and the key drivers influencing profitability
Proven ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders, including sales and account management teams
Basic knowledge of pricing principles and strategies, with experience in applying them to business decisions
Demonstrated business acumen in B2B environments, ideally with exposure to industries involving B2C touchpoints (e.g., automotive services, repair, or manufacturing)
Experience working with and influencing cross-functional teams in a dynamic, fast-paced setting
Proficiency in financial analysis tools and software; familiarity with Power BI, Anaplan, Snowflake, and SQL is a plus but not required
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills
Hands-on experience with data visualization and analytics platforms, including building custom reports and models
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree
Experience in the collision repair industry or related automotive/services sectors