Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager for our manufacturing sector team. The FP&A Manager will be crucial in supporting our financial health and strategic goals through detailed financial planning, analysis, and reporting. Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborating with department heads.
• Prepare board presentations, executive summaries, and other financial communications.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with variance analysis and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Manage the annual sales commission program, including calculations and payroll instructions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for financial analysis and decision-making.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and scenario modeling.
• Evaluate financial implications of business strategies and investments.
• Identify and implement improvements in financial processes and systems.
• Stay informed on industry trends, market dynamics, and regulatory changes.
• Manage a Financial Analyst and delegate tasks effectively.
• Support the CFO and senior management on special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting with an MBA or CPA required.
• 5+ years in financial planning and analysis, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proficient in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis.
• Advanced Excel and financial software skills; experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central or Navision is a plus.
• Ability to analyze data from SQL databases.
• Strong communication skills for presenting financial information to senior leaders.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.