Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to lead financial operations and provide insight that supports sound business decisions. This position combines hands-on ownership of core accounting activities with forward-looking planning, giving the right candidate the opportunity to influence budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis across the organization. The role also partners closely with leadership to improve reporting quality, strengthen financial processes, and help guide strategic priorities through clear, data-driven recommendations.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with senior leaders to translate business objectives into financial plans, performance insights, and decision support.

• Direct the monthly close cycle, ensuring financial results are completed accurately, intercompany activity is aligned, and reporting deadlines are met.

• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports that summarize consolidated performance and highlight meaningful business trends.

• Lead forecasting activities for revenue, shipments, cash collections, profit and loss, and working capital, while providing regular updates on expected results.

• Manage account reconciliation reviews at period end to maintain accurate records and support reliable financial statements.

• Oversee core finance and accounting operations, including payables, receivables, general ledger activity, and day-to-day departmental leadership.

• Drive the annual budgeting process and develop analyses that explain key drivers of profitability, growth, and operating efficiency.

• Strengthen financial controls and support finance-related initiatives involving capital spending, commercial agreements, and process improvement efforts.

• Guide and develop finance staff by setting priorities, coaching performance, and supporting ongoing training and continued growth.

• Prepare recurring management analyses on financial performance metrics and deliver actionable recommendations based on findings.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; certifications such as CPA or CMA are preferred.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, with manufacturing exposure considered beneficial.
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial planning, modeling, forecasting, and performance analysis in a corporate environment.
• Experience with project-based accounting and the ability to interpret financial activity across multiple business drivers.
• Advanced Excel skills, including working with large and complex datasets drawn from multiple systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities with a focus on practical business outcomes.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work confidently with senior leadership and operational teams.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and meeting tight deadlines.