Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Manager, FP & AThe Manager, FP & A will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and controlling project and operational costs across Citizen Watch America brands' global business. Working closely with project managers, operations, and senior leadership, this role ensures that expenditure aligns with approved budgets, identifies variances, and drives corrective actions to protect financial performance.Duties and ResponsibilitiesBudget & Cost ManagementDevelop, maintain, and monitor departmental budgets throughout the financial yearTrack actual costs against budgeted figures, identifying and investigating variancesProduce accurate cost forecasts and updated projectionsReview purchase orders, invoices, and commitments to ensure cost accuracy and budget complianceMeet with cost center owner to review spending and discuss upcoming activitiesReview Marketing plans with the brand teamsWork with operations to develop KPIs for Warehouse and ServiceReporting & AnalysisPrepare detailed cost reports, dashboards, and variance analyses for management and stakeholdersDeliver monthly and quarterly financial reportsProvide clear, actionable insights to project managers and senior leadership on financial performanceSupport month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness of dataCost Control & Process ImprovementIdentify cost-saving opportunities and implement corrective measures to address budget overrunsDevelop and enforce cost control procedures, policies, and best practices across the businessChallenge and validate cost estimates and assumptions during planning and execution phasesContinuously improve cost management tools, templates, and reporting systemsSupport planning team on Inventory level targets and reviewing at-risk locationsPartner with planning and sales functions to review and disposition excess inventoryCollaboration & Stakeholder EngagementPartner with project managers, procurement, and operations teams to drive financial accountabilityLiaise with external auditors, clients, and contractors on cost-related matters as requiredProvide financial guidance and training to non-finance staff on cost control processesQualificationsUndergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance or related fieldMinimum 3-6 years of experience in cost control, project controls, or financial managementDemonstrated experience producing cost reports and variance analysesIntegrated ERP system experience (SAP S4/HANA Public Cloud a plus)High degree of proficiency in Excel and experience with BI toolsDesired experience in Retail or FMCG industriesDesired professional qualification: CIMA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalentKey CompetenciesAnalytical Thinking - Breaks down complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.Communication & Presentation - Communicates financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance audiences.Attention to Detail - Ensures accuracy and completeness in all financial data and reporting.Stakeholder Management - Builds trusted relationships with project managers, leadership, and external partners.Problem Solving - Proactively identifies financial risks and develops practical solutions.Initiative & Drive - Takes ownership of cost control activities and drives continuous improvement.EEOEAnnual Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $130,000.00