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Director of FP&A roles attract strong H-1B visa and O-1 visa sponsorship from large corporations, private equity-backed firms, and Fortune 500 companies. The position qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or economics, making visa approval straightforward for qualified candidates. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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We are seeking a Sr FP&A Analyst to join our growing FP&A Solutions team within the Finance Transformation organization. This role is critical in supporting the evolution, optimization, and day-to-day management of our financial systems, most notably our Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) tool, Workday Adaptive Planning, and the processes they enable.
As a key member of the Finance Transformation organization, you will collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and reporting workflows. You will be responsible for system administration and configuration, end-user support and training, documentation, and the successful delivery of projects and enhancements that improve efficiency and data integrity across the organization.
The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen with a deep interest in systems and technology. You are detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and excel at solving complex problems. You’re comfortable navigating ambiguity and change, and you’re energized by opportunities to make meaningful improvements that drive business value.
Responsibilities
- Build and enhance scalable, cross-functional financial models and reporting processes, partnering closely with FBP and Corp FP&A stakeholders to support key planning cycles including the forecasts, monthly/quarterly reporting, annual budget planning, and long-range planning (LRP).
- Audit, validate, and improve data integrity across financial systems by designing controls, investigating anomalies, and working directly with business users and process owners to ensure high-quality outputs and confidence in reported metrics.
- Support and drive system evolution initiatives, such as EPM upgrades, ERP integrations, and new configuration rollouts; participate in all phases of the system development lifecycle including requirements gathering, testing, training, and go-live support.
- Maintain and evolve all documentation related to financial systems, including end-user training materials, system configuration requirements, and process guides to support knowledge sharing and business continuity.
- Oversee and contribute to financial systems projects, managing timelines, deliverables, stakeholder communication, and risk mitigation. Lead testing and change management efforts for major system updates, integrations, and configuration changes.
- Foster cross-functional collaboration across Finance, HR, IT, and other key teams to successfully plan, coordinate, and execute projects and process improvement initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in financial systems, FP&A, or business systems roles, with a strong track record of driving system improvements and supporting complex planning and reporting processes.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree in finance/business, a plus.
- Proficiency in enterprise financial applications, including Workday Adaptive Planning, SAP, Workday HCM, Snowflake, Power BI.
- Excellent communication, presentation and facilitation skills with a proven ability to work collaboratively & influence across all levels of leadership.
- Strong people leader with proven experience managing teams in complex, matrixed environments and a demonstrated track record of building & elevating high performing teams.
- Solid foundation in financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis, and accounting principles, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights for business stakeholders.
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail, with a proactive mindset toward process efficiency and problem-solving.
- Proven ability to juggle multiple priorities and projects, delivering accurate and timely results in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical thinking, communication, and organizational skills, with a proactive mindset and ability to manage change while considering downstream impacts on systems, data flows, and business processes.
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About Autodesk
Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.
When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
Benefits
From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/
Salary transparency
Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $109,000 and $196,020. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.
Belonging
We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/global-belonging
In-Person Onboarding and Identity Verification
This role may require in-person onboarding and/or in-person ID verification.
Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk?
Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).
Job Requisition ID #
26WD100654
We are seeking a Sr FP&A Analyst to join our growing FP&A Solutions team within the Finance Transformation organization. This role is critical in supporting the evolution, optimization, and day-to-day management of our financial systems, most notably our Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) tool, Workday Adaptive Planning, and the processes they enable.
As a key member of the Finance Transformation organization, you will collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and reporting workflows. You will be responsible for system administration and configuration, end-user support and training, documentation, and the successful delivery of projects and enhancements that improve efficiency and data integrity across the organization.
The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen with a deep interest in systems and technology. You are detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and excel at solving complex problems. You’re comfortable navigating ambiguity and change, and you’re energized by opportunities to make meaningful improvements that drive business value.
Responsibilities
- Build and enhance scalable, cross-functional financial models and reporting processes, partnering closely with FBP and Corp FP&A stakeholders to support key planning cycles including the forecasts, monthly/quarterly reporting, annual budget planning, and long-range planning (LRP).
- Audit, validate, and improve data integrity across financial systems by designing controls, investigating anomalies, and working directly with business users and process owners to ensure high-quality outputs and confidence in reported metrics.
- Support and drive system evolution initiatives, such as EPM upgrades, ERP integrations, and new configuration rollouts; participate in all phases of the system development lifecycle including requirements gathering, testing, training, and go-live support.
- Maintain and evolve all documentation related to financial systems, including end-user training materials, system configuration requirements, and process guides to support knowledge sharing and business continuity.
- Oversee and contribute to financial systems projects, managing timelines, deliverables, stakeholder communication, and risk mitigation. Lead testing and change management efforts for major system updates, integrations, and configuration changes.
- Foster cross-functional collaboration across Finance, HR, IT, and other key teams to successfully plan, coordinate, and execute projects and process improvement initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in financial systems, FP&A, or business systems roles, with a strong track record of driving system improvements and supporting complex planning and reporting processes.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree in finance/business, a plus.
- Proficiency in enterprise financial applications, including Workday Adaptive Planning, SAP, Workday HCM, Snowflake, Power BI.
- Excellent communication, presentation and facilitation skills with a proven ability to work collaboratively & influence across all levels of leadership.
- Strong people leader with proven experience managing teams in complex, matrixed environments and a demonstrated track record of building & elevating high performing teams.
- Solid foundation in financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis, and accounting principles, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights for business stakeholders.
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail, with a proactive mindset toward process efficiency and problem-solving.
- Proven ability to juggle multiple priorities and projects, delivering accurate and timely results in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical thinking, communication, and organizational skills, with a proactive mindset and ability to manage change while considering downstream impacts on systems, data flows, and business processes.
Learn More
About Autodesk
Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.
When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
Benefits
From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/
Salary transparency
Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $109,000 and $196,020. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.
Belonging
We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/global-belonging
In-Person Onboarding and Identity Verification
This role may require in-person onboarding and/or in-person ID verification.
Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk?
Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).
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Target large employers with established immigration programs
Fortune 500 companies and private equity-backed firms sponsor Director of FP&A roles most consistently. They have dedicated HR and legal teams that handle H-1B petitions routinely, reducing processing friction and improving your approval odds significantly.
Highlight your CPA, CFA, or MBA credentials upfront
Advanced credentials strengthen your H-1B specialty occupation case and signal seniority to employers. Directors with a CFA or MBA from a recognized institution are easier to sponsor because the degree-to-role connection is clear and defensible to USCIS.
Prepare to demonstrate leadership scope in your resume
Sponsoring employers need to justify the role's complexity to USCIS. Quantify team size, budget ownership, and strategic impact clearly. Directors overseeing large planning cycles and cross-functional teams present a stronger specialty occupation argument than generalist finance managers.
Understand the L-1A pathway if you're transferring internally
If you're a Director of FP&A at a multinational and moving to the U.S. entity, the L-1A intracompany transfer visa bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely. It requires one year of qualifying employment abroad within the past three years.
Ask about premium processing before accepting an offer
At the Director level, employers often authorize premium processing to confirm your H-1B status within 15 business days. This matters when you're joining mid-planning cycle and the company needs you to start quickly. Confirm this during offer negotiation.
Document your FP&A specialization, not just finance experience
USCIS reviews whether the specific role requires a specialized degree. Emphasize forecasting models, variance analysis, and strategic planning expertise in your support letter. Generic finance experience is weaker than demonstrable FP&A depth tied to your academic background.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Director of FP&A role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Director of FP&A is a well-established specialty occupation under H-1B visa standards because it typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher in finance, accounting, economics, or a closely related field. USCIS approval rates for senior finance roles at this level are generally strong, particularly when the employer documents the degree requirement clearly in the Labor Condition Application and support letter.
What visa types do employers use to sponsor Directors of FP&A?
The H-1B is the most common path. Candidates transferring within a multinational company may qualify for the L-1A as a manager or executive. Exceptionally accomplished candidates with industry recognition, publications, or board-level impact may also pursue the O-1A for extraordinary ability. Each path has different eligibility thresholds and timelines, so the right choice depends on your background and employer structure.
Does my degree field affect H-1B approval for this role?
Yes, significantly. A degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business analytics maps most cleanly to the Director of FP&A role. Degrees in adjacent fields like mathematics or statistics can work if your coursework and experience align with financial planning. A degree in an unrelated field creates risk, and some employers require an evaluation letter from a credentials assessment organization to strengthen the petition.
Which industries sponsor Directors of FP&A most frequently?
Technology, healthcare, financial services, and private equity-backed companies file the most LCAs for senior FP&A roles. Large public companies with complex financial structures are the most active sponsors because they need dedicated planning leadership and have the legal infrastructure to manage visa petitions. You can browse sponsored Director of FP&A openings directly on Migrate Mate, which filters for verified sponsoring employers.
Can I change employers mid-H-1B as a Director of FP&A?
Yes, through H-1B portability. If your new employer files a new H-1B petition before your current status expires, you can begin the new role once the petition is received by USCIS, without waiting for full approval. At the Director level, employers are generally experienced with this process. Ensure your I-94 remains valid and there is no gap in authorized employment between roles.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Director Of Fp A 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.