Finance Director

Job Details Job Location: EAST - Grand Prairie, TX 75050 Position Type: Full Time Fruit of the Earth is a family-owned manufacturer of health and beauty products with a long-standing commitment to quality, innovation, and operational excellence. We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and business analytics across the organization. This is a highly visible leadership role that partners closely with executive leadership to drive profitable growth and operational performance. The ideal candidate is both strategic and detail-oriented, with strong manufacturing experience, exceptional analytical capabilities, and the ability to influence decision-making across departments. Key Responsibilities Lead the company’s annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes Develop and maintain financial models, dashboards, KPIs, and performance reporting for executive leadership Provide actionable financial analysis and strategic insights to support business decisions Partner with operations, supply chain, sales, and leadership teams to improve profitability and operational efficiency Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory trends, pricing, margins, and operational variances Prepare monthly and quarterly management reporting packages with clear commentary and recommendations Drive process improvements and enhance financial systems, reporting tools, and forecasting accuracy Support cash flow planning, working capital management, and capital investment analysis Assist with strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and special projects as needed Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required; MBA and/or CPA preferred 8+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership within FP&A Manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry experience strongly preferred Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory management, and operational finance Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills required Experience with ERP systems and business intelligence/reporting tools Proven ability to communicate financial information clearly to executive leadership and non-financial stakeholders Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment What We Offer Competitive compensation package Comprehensive benefits Opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing family-owned company Collaborative and team-oriented culture Long-term career growth opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr