Director – Financial Planning & Analysis

Lumos is looking for a full-time Director of Financial Planning & Analysis! Are you ready to drive financial strategy at the heart of a growing company? As the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, you’ll be at the forefront of financial analysis, forecasting, revenue modeling, budgeting, cross-functional collaboration, and data management—empowering leadership with the accurate, insightful financial data they need to make strategic decisions at every level of the organization.

This is an exciting, high-visibility role that offers the chance to shape the financial future of Lumos. You’ll leverage your deep knowledge of finance and operations to partner with leaders across the company, identifying and analyzing key metrics that drive performance and ensure accountability. With your strong communication and analytical skills, you’ll be a trusted advisor, guiding decisions, securing buy-in, and thriving in a fast-paced, impactful environment. If you’re a financial strategist with a passion for driving results and building strong cross-functional relationships, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact!

***Remote Position: Preferred East Coast (Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Near Midwest)***

Company Summary

Lumos provides 100% Fiber-Optic Internet access to more than 375,000 homes and businesses in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina and has recently announced expansion into Ohio and Kentucky.

We believe that the possibilities of tomorrow cannot be built on the infrastructure of yesterday. That’s why we’re building a 100% Fiber Optic network from the ground up for families, businesses, and communities, backed by local, expert customer service. An Internet built for that most hopeful of all things – the future. Because whatever the future holds, Lumos makes it faster.

Our Mission and Values

At Lumos, we are driven by our commitment to a brighter tomorrow. We take pride in being the first to deliver 100% Fiber Optic Internet for families, small businesses, and communities. We know the possibilities of tomorrow can’t be built on the infrastructure of yesterday. And when we deliver uninterrupted Internet and limitless capacity, we create new opportunities for everyone.

We believe that the past is over, and the future is fast. That’s why we are who we are: the disruptors of the status quo. Guided by our purpose and startup mindset, we step up, move first, and adapt as we go. Here, there’s no hierarchy, only hustle.

We are all servant leaders, confident in our purpose and humble enough to pay close attention to the details. We all have the power to help solve problems and find solutions for our customers and teammates – and we do – by putting people first and doing whatever it takes to build loyalty with our customers and within our team.

We’re passionate about our customers’ experience. Their futures don’t stand still, and neither do ours. We’ll never stop reinventing ourselves to meet our customers’ evolving needs – because we know that our work, delivering 100% fiber optic internet, truly changes people’s lives.

Essential Functions

• Consult with leaders across Lumos to understand operations and provide data-driven financial insights to support decision-making.
• Establish and report accurate financial measures, ensuring alignment with agreed-upon metrics.
• Focus on accuracy and precision in financial analysis and reporting.
• Collect and analyze data from multiple sources, presenting findings in a clear and actionable format.
• Educate non-financial decision-makers on data interpretation and the financial impact of operational choices.
• Provide monthly operational analysis, long-term modeling, and forecasting data to inform business performance evaluations and strategic planning.
• Generate custom reports and analysis to support FP&A, M&A, and operational goals.
• Support FP&A and M&A reporting with modeling related to construction progress, sales, and pricing initiatives.
• Manage the annual budget process, including data collection, input consolidation, and ensuring proper approvals.
• Create and collaborate on budget reports with budget owners.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to present complex financial data clearly to non-financial stakeholders, providing education and building understanding.
• Proficient in financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting tools (preferably NetSuite, Jira, Excel, PowerBI, or similar).
• Analytical, problem-solving, and consultative skills.
• Collaborative team player with cross-functional teams.
• Skilled at pulling and analyzing data from multiple sources and presenting it effectively.
• Experience creating and implementing complex financial models and presenting findings to decision-makers and boards.
• Proactive, independent, and goal oriented.
• Expert-level proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and similar software.

Other Experience & Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in financial analysis.
• Proven experience presenting complex financial data to non-financial decision-makers.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree or MBA preferred.

Benefits & Perks

Our commitment to communities includes recruiting and rewarding the Lumos team members who are working together to build a brighter tomorrow.

We have:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Competitive compensation packages, including bonus options for eligible positions.
• Paid Time Off and 12 Paid Holidays / Personal Days.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• 100% employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to professional support for life’s challenges.
• 401K plan w/ up to 5% employer contribution and a self-directed brokerage option.
• Wellness program offering education and cash incentives for gym attendance and nutrition programs.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Discounts on Lumos Fiber Internet for employees who live in our service areas.

At Lumos we recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We have a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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