Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

Our client is a manufacturing-focused organization operating as part of a larger parent company with a portfolio of approximately 15 businesses, providing a stable and well-capitalized platform The company has approximately 150 employees and operates within a broader multinational structure, offering exposure to both domestic and international operations It maintains a strong reputation for employee retention, with an average tenure of 10+ years, reflecting a stable and supportive work environment The organization operates with an open-door, collaborative culture that emphasizes trust, autonomy, and minimal micromanagement The finance team is closely integrated with leadership, offering direct exposure to senior decision-makers including the VP of Finance and President Role Summary Department: Finance & Accounting Location: On-site (4 days in office, Friday remote) Primary Focus: Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis while partnering closely with leadership to support business performance and decision-making Key Responsibilities Lead the planning, coordination, and tracking of monthly close processes and financial reporting Drive quarterly forecasts and annual budgeting processes, including preparation and presentation to leadership Prepare and analyze monthly and quarterly operating reports, including variance analysis, bridges, and commentary across P&L and balance sheet Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting, planning, and strategic decision-making Coordinate weekly flash reporting and rolling forecasts, providing timely insights into business performance Support consolidations, including intercompany eliminations and foreign currency translation Partner closely with VP of Finance and President to provide actionable insights and support business strategy Support and improve financial reporting systems including ERP (IFS) and reporting tools such as Power BI Assist with special projects, presentations, and ad hoc financial analysis as needed Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting accuracy, and efficiency across FP&A functions Ideal Candidate Profile Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required 4–10+ years of progressive FP&A or accounting experience Manufacturing experience required (non-negotiable) Experience in smaller company environments with ability to wear multiple hats and operate independently Strong understanding of consolidations, intercompany transactions, and financial reporting Experience with ERP systems (IFS, SAP, Oracle, etc.) and strong Excel skills Exposure to Power BI or similar data visualization tools preferred Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Self-starter with ability to operate with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills with ability to interact across all levels of the organization Target base compensation range: $100K–$130K Bonus: No bonus initially; bonus structure introduced upon promotion to Manager 401(k): Company match plus 3% profit sharing Annual Review: Yearly performance reviews with merit increases Selling Points High visibility role working directly alongside VP of Finance and President Opportunity to step into a role with immediate impact and ownership Strong stability and low turnover environment with long-tenured employees Clear growth path into FP&A Manager with opportunity to build out the team Exposure to a broader multinational structure while working in a smaller, nimble business unit Ideal for a hands-on FP&A professional who thrives in autonomous environments and wants to grow into leadership Strong culture centered around trust, flexibility, and long-term career development #J-18808-Ljbffr Korn Ferry