Associate Manager, Plan to Perform (FP&A)

Associate Manager, Plan to Perform (FP&A) Location Clearsulting is headquartered in Cleveland, OH, with additional offices in Chicago, IL; Columbus, OH; and Dallas, TX. Other cities are welcome remotely. Office options: Hybrid or Remote. Team members residing within a 45 minute commuting radius of a Clearsulting office are expected to work 8 days in‑person per month to accommodate client meetings, team syncs, and individual schedules. Travel expectations: Up to 40%. What you'll do: Lead conversations with finance leaders and executive stakeholders to understand their FP&A/EPM strategic agenda and provide actionable insights. Guide and oversee EPM/FP&A implementation projects, including process assessments and redesign, EPM system selection. Assist in managing workstreams, ensuring delivery across the full System Development Lifecycle (functional and technical requirements, integrations, testing cycles, and go‑live). Apply deep functional expertise across corporate finance EPM/FP&A processes. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, proactively managing milestones, risks, dependencies, and change impacts. Create and deliver executive‑quality communications and presentations that clearly articulate complex business concepts. Build strong client and internal relationships while consistently modeling the Clearsulting Core Values. What you'll bring: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a business‑related field of study. 3+ years of management consulting experience in the EPM/FP&A space or 5+ years of experience in an internal company FP&A role. Proven project and people leadership skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced consulting environment. Eligibility to work in the United States and Canada. Willingness and ability to travel. Nice‑to‑Haves: 1+ certifications and/or implementations in relevant technology (Pigment, Anaplan, OneStream). Pigment experience is preferred but not required. Must be willing to upskill on the Pigment platform. Project management experience, including workplan development, milestone tracking, risk management, status reporting, and change management. Demonstrated ability to contribute to or lead practice growth initiatives tied to revenue and margin outcomes. Experience building and maintaining strong client and internal relationships within a consulting environment. Team‑oriented mindset with a passion for mentoring and knowledge sharing. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Unlimited PTO. Paid parental leave. Flexible work environment. Cell phone reimbursement. Access to mental health apps. Life insurance and disability coverage. Opportunities for ad hoc bonuses. The compensation range for this position is $106,000 - $132,000. We are committed to ensuring our offers reflect the value each candidate brings to the role. Final salary placement will be based on several factors, including level of expertise, relevant work experience, technology certifications, educational background, geography and alignment with industry standards. This role is eligible for our bonus program. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clearsulting