Job Posting Title Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Overview Founded in 1967, ImageFIRST® is the largest and only national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the healthcare market. Acquired by private equity firm Calera Capital in 2018, ImageFIRST serves medical facilities nationwide providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs, and more while managing their clients’ linen inventory for cost management. As leaders in infection prevention, they currently own and operate the most HLAC-accredited facilities in the industry. Check out our company page: Responsibilities & Qualifications The Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis will execute and continuously enhance a variety of critical company-wide and operational financial processes. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of FP&A, this role will lead critical enterprise processes including the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) , sponsor and lender reporting , and financial reporting & performance management , while owning and advancing the company’s Oracle EPM platform . Success will require partnering with functional leaders to ensure alignment with financial and performance targets while proactively identifying risks and opportunities. This individual will operate at the intersection of finance, operations, and executive leadership, translating complex financial data into actionable insights that drive EBITDA expansion and data‑informed decision‑making. The Manager must ensure that business decisions are grounded in rigorous financial analysis and aligned with both short‑term performance goals and long‑term strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, thoughtful leadership, and a collaborative mindset. This individual must be able to leverage strong analytical and written communication skills to deliver relevant, timely, and actionable insights to business leaders while effectively monitoring and evaluating performance against established objectives. The ideal candidate must also be comfortable working within a matrix organization. Key Responsibilities: Annual Operating Plan (AOP) Ownership Lead end‑to‑end AOP process across all business units and functional areas (timeline, P&L models, assumptions, consolidation) Partner with operational and functional leaders to pressure‑test assumptions and align targets with value creation plan Drive bottom‑up and top‑down alignment across revenue, cost structure, and capital deployment Translate AOP into actionable KPIs and operating cadences across the organization Continuously refine planning processes within Oracle EPM (Planning/Forecasting modules) Sponsor, Lender, and Internal Reporting Own preparation of flash/monthly/quarterly reporting packages for the management team, private equity sponsors, and lenders Develop clear narratives around: EBITDA performance vs. plan Cash flow and liquidity Variance drivers and forward outlook Ensure consistency, accuracy, and auditability of all reported financials Partner with CFO/SVP FP&A to support Board materials and investor communications Anticipate and respond to sponsor inquiries with data‑backed insights Oracle EPM Leadership Serve as functional owner of Oracle EPM (Planning, Reporting, Consolidation) Lead enhancements to: Forecasting accuracy Reporting automation Scenario modeling capabilities Partner with IT and external providers to resolve system limitations and enhance capabilities Establish best practices for data governance, dimensionality, and reporting consistency Financial Reporting & Performance Management Lead monthly and quarterly performance analysis vs. AOP and prior year Identify key drivers of EBITDA variability across P&Ls Build executive‑level dashboards and reporting tools to track: Revenue composition Margin performance Operational KPIs Functional area spend Deliver concise, decision‑oriented, actionable insights to senior leadership Build detailed financial models to assess performance, identify growth opportunities, productivity improvements, and forecast future results Perform other ad‑hoc duties as requested Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting – CPA and/or MBA in Finance designations preferred Minimum 5 years of experience in FP&A and/or closely related function Minimum 3 years in a Corporate Headquarters role, with experience in a privately held or private equity owned organization preferred Strong accounting and financial modeling knowledge and experience, including reasonable familiarity and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and ability to understand/interpret financial statements Prior experience with Oracle ERP/EPM and SQL strongly preferred Demonstrated self‑starter, able to work effectively both independently and in a heavily team‑oriented environment Company Values & Benefits Required Competencies and Characteristics: Thrives in a fast‑moving, non‑bureaucratic and high expectations environment Effective leadership, mentoring, and organizational skills Exceptional analytical and communication skills Demonstrated ability to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of key processes Demonstrated record of developing and advancing direct reports Advanced skills in MS Excel and PowerPoint Delivers high quality work product/results within established deadlines Role model Our Values as a Company Be Safe: Keep yourself and those around you safe Be Honest: Be guided by truthfulness in all you do Be Respectful: Value those you come in contact with Be Remarkable: Create a positive moment with every interaction Benefits: Competitive pay Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet, Legal, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401k (match) and Paid Time Off package EOE / Drug-Free Workplace: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 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