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Director of Financial Planning & Analysis roles attract H-1B visa and L-1 visa sponsorship from large corporations and multinational firms. Most employers require a CPA or MBA, and USCIS classifies FP&A leadership as a specialty occupation with strong approval rates. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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$126,000.00 - $140,000.00 Semi-Monthly
Location
200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, VA 23668
Job Type
Full-Time
Department
Business Office
Opening Date
08/06/2026
Description
The Assistant Vice President (AVP) - Financial Planning, Analysis & Business Transformation serves as a strategic leader responsible for driving financial excellence, operational efficiency, and institutional modernization. This role blends high-level financial modeling, budgeting, and performance analytics with process engineering and change management.
The AVP will lead cross-functional initiatives to streamline business operations, modernize systems by leveraging enterprise Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation tools, eliminate workflow bottlenecks, and establish data-driven, AI-augmented decision-making frameworks across the organization.
This role also serves as the primary finance and business operations contact person for the annual University operating budget in collaboration with the Assistant Comptroller. The position provides budget analytics and reporting support across all University departments. In addition, the position holds primary responsibility for financial oversight and reporting for Advancement donations and for signature University events requiring event-level financial management, including the Jazz Festival, Homecoming, the Ministers Conference, and others.
Examples of Duties
Strategic Financial Analysis, Planning and Reporting
- Advanced Financial Modeling: Lead long-range financial planning leveraging AI-driven predictive analytics to evaluate strategic initiatives, risk factors, and market trends. Develop advanced data analytic tools to generate short and long-term financial projections regarding operating revenues and expenses.
- Performance Analytics: Establish, track, and analyze key financial and operational metrics (KPIs) to monitor performance against strategic goals. Monitor and report on the financial performance of University departmental budgets, providing regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.
- Budget & Variance Analysis: Oversee complex variance analyses, identifying trends, risks, and cost-containment strategies for leadership review.
- Executive Reporting: Prepare and deliver clear, data-rich presentations and financial insights for executive leadership and board committees.
- Manage the financial reporting for grants, donors, Advancement, and signature University events, including the Jazz Festival, Homecoming, the Ministers Conference, and others.
- Perform ad hoc reporting and related tasks as assigned by either Deputy CFO or as requested by co-workers and management.
University Budget Development and Analysis
- Assist in the development and management of the annual University operating budget to ensure financial resources are allocated efficiently across all University departments and align with strategic goals.
- Support the annual budget development calendar across all University departments, including coordinating department submission timelines, collecting and compiling departmental data, and preparing budget materials for senior leadership review.
- Create and maintain sophisticated financial reports for the Deputy CFO for Business Operations and senior leadership, including monthly variance reports, recurring leadership reporting packages, and Power BI dashboards.
Business Transformation & Process Improvement
- Process Re-engineering & Intelligent Automation: Audit, map, and optimize core workflows by integrating Robotic Process Automation (RPA), generative AI, and machine learning to eliminate process redundancies and minimize operational friction.
- AI Tool Evaluation & Deployment: Evaluate, pilot, and deploy emerging enterprise AI utilities, automated accounting/fp&a software, and smart analytics solutions across finance and operational departments.
- Systems Optimization & Integration: Partner with IT and business units to evaluate, implement, and leverage Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools, reporting dashboards, and automated financial controls.
- Data Strategy & AI Governance: Establish guidelines and governance protocols for secure, ethical, and reliable AI/automation usage within financial workflows, safeguarding institutional data integrity.
Change Management & Continuous Improvement
- AI Literacy & Digital Upskilling: Champion a culture of innovation by training, mentoring, and guiding financial and operational teams on incorporating modern digital tools and AI prompt/automation workflows into daily practice.
- Strategic Project Management: Lead cross-functional transformation portfolios from ideation through post-implementation review, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
- Cross-Departmental Alignment: Collaborate with executive peers, department heads, and operational teams to align financial and tech-enabled capabilities with broader institutional objectives.
- Change Management: Lead organization-wide change initiatives, ensuring clear communication, stakeholder buy-in, and training for new financial workflows and systems.
- Project Management: Oversee strategic project portfolios from ideation through post-implementation review, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time and within scope.
Other Responsibilities
- Manage the processing of financial transactions with Advancement that interfaces with Banner and Razor Edge.
- Review and reconcile the transactions from Advancement against the payment received through cashier, ACH, and credit cards.
- Ensure compliance with donor gift restrictions and endowment spending policy in coordination with Advancement, General Counsel, and endowment investment advisors.
- Support audit readiness and SACSCOC accreditation documentation for donors, gift, and endowment-related financial processes.
- Collaborate with the Deputy CFO for Business Operations on the endowment unitization schedule to automate in Finance Edge and update quarterly.
Typical Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or other accredited business-related fields from an accredited institution
- A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in accounting, higher education finance or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong working knowledge of accounting best practices for higher education institutions
- Advanced proficiency in financial analysis technology and computer applications including Banner ERP, Microsoft Excel, and other relevant business intelligence tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of university budget processes and state/federal compliance requirements for higher education
- Experience with audit processes in higher education
- Proficiency with advanced business intelligence tools
- Experience with donor/advancement CRM systems (e.g., Raiser's Edge, Ellucian Advance, or equivalent)
- Working knowledge of fund accounting principles, including restricted versus unrestricted fund classification and donor intent compliance
- Technical Mastery: proficiency in financial modeling, data analytics, AI and visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Process Methodologies: Working knowledge of process improvement frameworks (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Agile).
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate complex data into actionable strategic recommendations.
Supplemental Information
- Manage the processing of financial transactions with Advancement that interfaces with Banner and Razor Edge.
- Review and reconcile the transactions from Advancement against the payment received through cashier, ACH, and credit cards.
- Ensure compliance with donor gift restrictions and endowment spending policy in coordination with Advancement, General Counsel, and endowment investment advisors.
- Support audit readiness and SACSCOC accreditation documentation for donors, gift, and endowment-related financial processes.
- Collaborate with the Deputy CFO for Business Operations on the endowment unitization schedule to automate in Finance Edge and update quarterly.
Employer
Hampton University
Address
200 William R. Harvey Way
Hampton, Virginia, 23668
Phone
757-727-5250
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who regularly work 20 hours or more per week including health care, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, legal insurance, accident, critical illness, hospitalization, tuition remission, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
To learn more details, visit our website: https://home.hamptonu.edu/hr/benefits/.
Salary
$126,000.00 - $140,000.00 Semi-Monthly
Location
200 William R. Harvey Way, Hampton, VA 23668
Job Type
Full-Time
Department
Business Office
Opening Date
08/06/2026
Description
The Assistant Vice President (AVP) - Financial Planning, Analysis & Business Transformation serves as a strategic leader responsible for driving financial excellence, operational efficiency, and institutional modernization. This role blends high-level financial modeling, budgeting, and performance analytics with process engineering and change management.
The AVP will lead cross-functional initiatives to streamline business operations, modernize systems by leveraging enterprise Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation tools, eliminate workflow bottlenecks, and establish data-driven, AI-augmented decision-making frameworks across the organization.
This role also serves as the primary finance and business operations contact person for the annual University operating budget in collaboration with the Assistant Comptroller. The position provides budget analytics and reporting support across all University departments. In addition, the position holds primary responsibility for financial oversight and reporting for Advancement donations and for signature University events requiring event-level financial management, including the Jazz Festival, Homecoming, the Ministers Conference, and others.
Examples of Duties
Strategic Financial Analysis, Planning and Reporting
- Advanced Financial Modeling: Lead long-range financial planning leveraging AI-driven predictive analytics to evaluate strategic initiatives, risk factors, and market trends. Develop advanced data analytic tools to generate short and long-term financial projections regarding operating revenues and expenses.
- Performance Analytics: Establish, track, and analyze key financial and operational metrics (KPIs) to monitor performance against strategic goals. Monitor and report on the financial performance of University departmental budgets, providing regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.
- Budget & Variance Analysis: Oversee complex variance analyses, identifying trends, risks, and cost-containment strategies for leadership review.
- Executive Reporting: Prepare and deliver clear, data-rich presentations and financial insights for executive leadership and board committees.
- Manage the financial reporting for grants, donors, Advancement, and signature University events, including the Jazz Festival, Homecoming, the Ministers Conference, and others.
- Perform ad hoc reporting and related tasks as assigned by either Deputy CFO or as requested by co-workers and management.
University Budget Development and Analysis
- Assist in the development and management of the annual University operating budget to ensure financial resources are allocated efficiently across all University departments and align with strategic goals.
- Support the annual budget development calendar across all University departments, including coordinating department submission timelines, collecting and compiling departmental data, and preparing budget materials for senior leadership review.
- Create and maintain sophisticated financial reports for the Deputy CFO for Business Operations and senior leadership, including monthly variance reports, recurring leadership reporting packages, and Power BI dashboards.
Business Transformation & Process Improvement
- Process Re-engineering & Intelligent Automation: Audit, map, and optimize core workflows by integrating Robotic Process Automation (RPA), generative AI, and machine learning to eliminate process redundancies and minimize operational friction.
- AI Tool Evaluation & Deployment: Evaluate, pilot, and deploy emerging enterprise AI utilities, automated accounting/fp&a software, and smart analytics solutions across finance and operational departments.
- Systems Optimization & Integration: Partner with IT and business units to evaluate, implement, and leverage Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools, reporting dashboards, and automated financial controls.
- Data Strategy & AI Governance: Establish guidelines and governance protocols for secure, ethical, and reliable AI/automation usage within financial workflows, safeguarding institutional data integrity.
Change Management & Continuous Improvement
- AI Literacy & Digital Upskilling: Champion a culture of innovation by training, mentoring, and guiding financial and operational teams on incorporating modern digital tools and AI prompt/automation workflows into daily practice.
- Strategic Project Management: Lead cross-functional transformation portfolios from ideation through post-implementation review, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
- Cross-Departmental Alignment: Collaborate with executive peers, department heads, and operational teams to align financial and tech-enabled capabilities with broader institutional objectives.
- Change Management: Lead organization-wide change initiatives, ensuring clear communication, stakeholder buy-in, and training for new financial workflows and systems.
- Project Management: Oversee strategic project portfolios from ideation through post-implementation review, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time and within scope.
Other Responsibilities
- Manage the processing of financial transactions with Advancement that interfaces with Banner and Razor Edge.
- Review and reconcile the transactions from Advancement against the payment received through cashier, ACH, and credit cards.
- Ensure compliance with donor gift restrictions and endowment spending policy in coordination with Advancement, General Counsel, and endowment investment advisors.
- Support audit readiness and SACSCOC accreditation documentation for donors, gift, and endowment-related financial processes.
- Collaborate with the Deputy CFO for Business Operations on the endowment unitization schedule to automate in Finance Edge and update quarterly.
Typical Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or other accredited business-related fields from an accredited institution
- A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in accounting, higher education finance or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong working knowledge of accounting best practices for higher education institutions
- Advanced proficiency in financial analysis technology and computer applications including Banner ERP, Microsoft Excel, and other relevant business intelligence tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of university budget processes and state/federal compliance requirements for higher education
- Experience with audit processes in higher education
- Proficiency with advanced business intelligence tools
- Experience with donor/advancement CRM systems (e.g., Raiser's Edge, Ellucian Advance, or equivalent)
- Working knowledge of fund accounting principles, including restricted versus unrestricted fund classification and donor intent compliance
- Technical Mastery: proficiency in financial modeling, data analytics, AI and visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Process Methodologies: Working knowledge of process improvement frameworks (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Agile).
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate complex data into actionable strategic recommendations.
Supplemental Information
- Manage the processing of financial transactions with Advancement that interfaces with Banner and Razor Edge.
- Review and reconcile the transactions from Advancement against the payment received through cashier, ACH, and credit cards.
- Ensure compliance with donor gift restrictions and endowment spending policy in coordination with Advancement, General Counsel, and endowment investment advisors.
- Support audit readiness and SACSCOC accreditation documentation for donors, gift, and endowment-related financial processes.
- Collaborate with the Deputy CFO for Business Operations on the endowment unitization schedule to automate in Finance Edge and update quarterly.
Employer
Hampton University
Address
200 William R. Harvey Way
Hampton, Virginia, 23668
Phone
757-727-5250
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees and part-time employees who regularly work 20 hours or more per week including health care, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, legal insurance, accident, critical illness, hospitalization, tuition remission, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
To learn more details, visit our website: https://home.hamptonu.edu/hr/benefits/.
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Target large corporations and Fortune 500 companies
Established corporations with dedicated immigration legal teams are far more likely to sponsor Director-level FP&A roles. They have the infrastructure to handle H-1B petitions, LCA filings, and multi-year visa planning without treating it as a burden.
Lead with your MBA or CPA credential upfront
USCIS evaluates FP&A Director roles as specialty occupations requiring a specific advanced degree. Featuring your MBA, CPA, or CFA prominently signals to employers that the sponsorship case is straightforward and unlikely to face a Request for Evidence.
Emphasize P&L ownership and cross-functional scope
Employers are more willing to sponsor when the role is clearly strategic, not administrative. Quantify your impact on forecasting accuracy, budget cycle efficiency, or cost reduction to justify the sponsorship investment at the Director level.
Ask about internal transfer pathways if already at a multinational
Directors already employed by a multinational firm may qualify for an L-1A intracompany transfer visa. This avoids the H-1B lottery entirely and is well-suited for those moving into a U.S. managerial or executive FP&A leadership position.
Time your application around the H-1B registration window
H-1B registrations open each March for an October 1 start date. Director-level FP&A candidates should begin conversations with employers in December or January to ensure the LCA is certified and petition is ready before the registration deadline.
Document experience substituting for degree field mismatches
If your degree is in a field adjacent to finance, such as economics or mathematics, compile work history showing direct FP&A progression. USCIS accepts experience under the three-for-one rule when the degree field does not precisely match the role.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Director of Financial Planning & Analysis role eligible for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Director of FP&A is consistently classified as a specialty occupation under H-1B visa rules because it requires a bachelor's degree or higher in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. USCIS approval rates for senior finance roles are strong, particularly when the employer can document that the degree requirement is standard in the industry.
Does an MBA help with visa sponsorship for FP&A Director positions?
Significantly. An MBA strengthens the specialty occupation argument by demonstrating advanced, field-specific education directly tied to the role. Many employers also prefer MBA candidates at the Director level, which means the sponsorship petition faces fewer evidentiary challenges. A CPA or CFA can serve a similar function if your undergraduate degree is in a closely related field.
Can I qualify for an L-1A visa as a Director of FP&A?
Possibly, if you currently work for a multinational company abroad and are transferring to a U.S. managerial or executive role. The L-1A requires at least one year of employment with the same company in the past three years. FP&A Directors with clear budget authority, staff management responsibilities, and strategic decision-making scope are strong candidates for L-1A classification.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor me in an FP&A Director role?
Most employers and USCIS expect a bachelor's degree at minimum in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration. An MBA is common at the Director level and substantially simplifies the sponsorship petition. If your degree is in an adjacent field, documented progression through FP&A roles can support the specialty occupation argument, though it introduces more complexity.
Where can I find FP&A Director roles that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you can browse Director of FP&A openings without contacting companies that don't sponsor. This is especially useful for H-1B candidates who need to identify employers with established immigration programs before the March registration window opens.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Director Of Financial Planning Analysis jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.