Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Senior Manager, Financial Planning & AnalysisWe are seeking, for our client, a Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead forecasting, reporting and financial analysis for centralized support functions within a manufacturing organization. This role partners with senior leadership, division finance teams and operational leaders to improve planning, profitability and decision making.ResponsibilitiesProvide financial support to Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality and Tooling.Develop forecasts and budgets, analyze variances, and recommend improvements to productivity and financial performance.Partner with Program Management to assess program demand and profitability.Establish consistent reporting for cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives.Support accurate accounting and analysis for programs under contract accounting.Evaluate capital investments, supply chain decisions and new programs with division finance teams.Improve forecasting and planning models across the finance organization.Analyze staffing and resource needs, inventory, plant productivity, product mix and program profitability.Present clear findings and recommendations to functional and senior leaders.Lead a team of one to five finance professionals.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training.At least 10 years of experience in manufacturing finance, accounting and analysis.At least five years of experience managing a finance team, included within the overall experience requirement.Strong financial modeling, Excel, PowerPoint and presentation skills.Ability to build relationships across finance and operations and turn detailed analysis into practical recommendations.MBA or CPA/CMA preferred.