Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

The Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager at Sechan Electronics, Inc. serves as a strategic financial leader for the business. This leader will play a vital role in establishing new financial reporting by partnering closely with Finance, Program Management, Business Development, Engineering, and Operations. You will leverage your expertise to build the financial infrastructure, including models, governance, and dashboards that leadership relies on to make resource allocation and investment decisions. This is not a reporting role - this is a building job. You will not inherit a mature, streamlined process. You will create it alongside a team that moves with velocity. FP&A reporting will include a financial business plan, along with the development of short-term reporting published on a standard cadence. The leader will develop metrics and KPIs to ensure effective implementation while identifying ways to continually improve the overall financial performance of the business. In this business‑critical role, the challenges you will encounter are unpredictable, and you will be expected to take ownership of delivering results at both the business and program levels. Success in this position comes from an open, dynamic mindset, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to partnering with cross‑functional teams to drive impactful financial decisions. You will be a trusted advisor and financial steward to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), directly shaping the future of a mission‑critical, Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) business focused on national defense, building the faultless electronic systems our customers depend on for their most critical applications. This role sits at the intersection of complex defense contracting (DCAA), high‑mix, low‑volume electronics manufacturing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) capital management. You are a leader who thrives in an employee‑owned business culture where financial performance directly impacts employee retirement wealth. You will have direct access to the business, program, and operational leadership, with no layers of middle management between you and the decision‑makers. Supervisor Responsibilities Lead a Team of up to 3 direct reports Create and maintain a skilled workforce through timely coaching and feedback, cross training, and employee development. Identify training and personal development action plans Resolve personnel issues in a timely, effective manner and in accordance with Sechan's values. Serve as a role model for values implementation and reinforcement Regularly review and communicate department performance in attaining goals and metrics Position Responsibilities Own the financial plan and rolling forecasts for multiple programs across development, production, and sustainment. Drive the annual financial planning and budget process, monthly forecasting, and financial close reporting, ensuring accurate expense planning. Develop and deliver comprehensive monthly corporate financial reports. Partner with the CFO and third‑party trustees to model ESOP repurchase liabilities and forecast cash flow impacts on the annual share valuation. Drive cash flow forecasting and management efforts. Conduct in‑depth financial analysis to support key corporate initiatives, including quarterly board meetings. Identify and implement process improvements to streamline FP&A activities and enhance reporting accuracy. Perform ad‑hoc reporting and analysis to enhance financial performance management and decision‑making. Build and refine predictive financial models to support business planning and execution. Analyze trends for opportunities and risks, offering recommendations to optimize cost structures and improve financial efficiency. Review financial models for government proposals to ensure compliance with the Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA). Translate financial results into transparent, digestible insights to drive a culture of fiscal responsibility among employee‑owners. Perform other duties as assigned to drive the vision, fulfill the mission, and abide by the values of this organization. Skills & Abilities Partner with Business Development, Program Management, Engineering, Operations, and Quality to translate pipeline and contract awards into financial plans. Build reporting from the ground up in a new ERP environment (IFS Cloud). Lead the monthly close process for the business, reconciling actuals to forecast, explaining the variances, and addressing the root causes. Ability to brief Executive Leadership on financial performance, risks, and opportunities. Your analysis will shape resource allocation decisions. Ability to analyze daily/weekly manufacturing variances, labor utilization rates, scrap costs, and overhead absorption. Skilled people leader; passionate about developing talent. Proven track record of managing multiple projects in a deadline‑driven environment. Proven experience of developing, monitoring, and adjusting Forward Pricing Rate Agreements (FPRAs), provisional billing rates, and overhead/Fringe/G&A allocation pools. Strong attention to detail and be able to work quickly with accuracy. Excellent numerical and analytic reasoning capability. Strong financial management skills. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and to perform in a highly regulated environment. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems. Excellent communicator; can articulate complex concepts to a varied audience. Ability to see the 'big picture' to move the company forward; bias toward ownership - when something is broken, you fix it. Qualifications U.S. Citizenship required - Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; Advanced degree (MBA) preferred and a relevant professional certification (CPA, CFA) is a plus. 10+ years of experience in Corporate Finance, financial analysis, modeling, or forecasting within the Aerospace and Defense manufacturing sector; strong background in government contracting. Familiarity with ESOP mechanics, ERISA compliance, and annual valuation variables is preferred. Deep understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). Proven ability to navigate competing priorities, manage shifting deadlines, and execute tasks efficiently in a fast‑paced environment. Experience mentoring and coaching both financial and non‑financial staff across the enterprise; building financial business acumen. Strong command of forecasting accuracy, scenario modeling, and executive‑level storytelling. Strong expertise in cash flow management and working capital optimization. Work Environment Office Environment: Requires physical capability to work in an office environment including sit/stand up to 9 hours a day and use basic office tools such as a computer, copier/printer, etc. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 9/80 work schedule with additional hours as needed to meet deadlines and demand. Office located in Lititz. Position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule at Department Head's discretion. #J-18808-Ljbffr