Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Director of Financial Planning and Analysis Job Type: Full-time, On-site 60-80% of time Job Overview Jackson Paper Manufacturing is the largest manufacturer of recycled corrugating medium in Western North Carolina. We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to lead our financial operations in Sylva. This is a high-impact role designed for a professional who thrives at the intersection of core accounting and forward-looking Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). As Director of FP&A, you will not only ensure the integrity of our financial records but also serve as a key architect of our budgeting, forecasting, and contribute to financial strategies. You will translate complex data into actionable insights that drive the organization’s performance. Key Responsibilities Strategic FP&A & Leadership Spearhead Financial Planning: Support the CFO and senior management during the annual budgeting process, collaborating across departments to ensure alignment with corporate goals. Business Intelligence: Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support capital expenditure decisions, cost reduction initiatives, and ROI analysis. Performance Reporting: Produce weekly and monthly executive-level reporting packages that highlight key performance indicators (KPIs), variance analysis, and strategic recommendations. Collaboration: Act as a financial partner to the senior leadership team, providing data-driven insights to guide operational and strategic decision-making. Accounting Operations & Oversight Financial Integrity: Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger transactions are accurate and timely. Internal Controls: Establish and maintain robust internal control policies and p Government Reporting: Ensure all reports to local, state and federal authorities required by statute are completed timely and accurately. Audit Management: Lead the coordination of annual audits and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors. Cash Flow Management: Monitor and project cash flow requirements; oversee accounts receivable/payable functions to optimize working capital. Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field with a heavy emphasis on financial analytics. CPA or CMA certification is highly preferred. Experience: 8–10 years of progressive experience in corporate finance, accounting management, or FP&A. Experience in a manufacturing environment is a significant plus. Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (complex modeling, Power Query) and experience with ERP systems. Analytical Prowess: Strong ability to interpret complex financial data and "tell the story" behind the numbers. Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sustainable Corrugated & Jackson Paper