Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

The Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, plays a central role in delivering timely, accurate, and insight-driven financial analysis to support executive decision-making across H&V's global operations. This individual will own key reporting processes, contribute to planning and forecasting cycles, and partner with senior leaders to translate data into actionable business intelligence. As a key member of the FP&A team, the Manager will also help drive the modernization of our financial systems and analytics capabilities — including the adoption of data visualization tools and AI-assisted analysis. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare and oversee monthly and quarterly financial reports for senior management, covering sales performance, expense trends, variances to plan, profitability, inventory, and energy metrics. Develop variance analyses of actual financial results versus plan, forecast, and prior periods — providing clear, narrative-driven explanations of performance drivers. Continuously improve the quality, efficiency, and impact of financial reporting, identifying opportunities to increase value delivered to senior management and key financial stakeholders. Lead and execute special analysis projects for senior management, translating complex financial data into concise, executive-ready insights. Build and maintain dynamic financial dashboards and self-service reporting tools using Power BI or comparable platforms, enabling business leaders to access key metrics in real time. Partner with IT and data teams to improve data infrastructure, automate recurring reporting processes, and reduce manual workload across the FP&A function. Apply data analytics techniques — including trend analysis, regression modeling, and scenario analysis — to surface insights that drive better operational and commercial decisions. Champion a data-first mindset within the FP&A team, promoting consistent data governance practices and standardized reporting frameworks across divisions. AI & Process Innovation Identify and implement AI-assisted tools to enhance forecasting accuracy, automate financial commentary generation, and accelerate the preparation of management reports. Evaluate emerging FP&A technologies and AI platforms, bringing forward recommendations on tools that can improve planning efficiency and analytical depth. Leverage generative AI tools for drafting financial narratives, summarizing business performance, and preparing presentation materials — with appropriate human review and auditability Planning & Forecasting Support Support the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Long Range Plan (LRP) processes, coordinating inputs across divisions and functions and ensuring timely, accurate consolidation. Assist with the development and maintenance of monthly and rolling quarterly forecasts, working with management to identify risks and opportunities. Coordinate the design and facilitation of the annual budget process, managing timelines and cross-functional communications. Supervise, mentor, and prioritize the workload of Senior Financial Analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance. Provide coaching and development support to help analysts grow their technical, analytical, and communication capabilities. QUALIFICATIONS Education Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required. Experience 5–8 years of progressive finance or FP&A experience Demonstrated experience owning financial reporting and analysis processes in a multi-divisional or multi-site organization. Hands-on experience with Oracle Financials (General Ledger, FSG) strongly preferred. Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, with the ability to work with large, complex datasets and translate findings into clear business narratives. Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau; ability to build executive-level dashboards and self-service reporting solutions. Familiarity with AI-assisted analytics tools and demonstrated curiosity about how emerging technologies can improve finance processes. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required; proficiency across the broader Microsoft Office Suite expected. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial findings clearly to non-finance audiences. Highly organized, self-directed, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously with minimal supervision. Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across functional lines and thrives in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment. Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr