Interim FP&A Transformation Lead

Description Our client is looking for an experienced FP&A Transformation Lead to support a global finance organization within the AgTech and agricultural chemicals sector. This individual will serve as a strategic partner to senior finance leadership while remaining hands‑on in execution. The engagement focuses on strengthening core FP&A processes, enhancing financial insights, and shaping a scalable, forward‑looking operating model leveraging SAP, automation, and emerging technologies. Rate: $90.00 to $110.00/hr. W2 Location: Remote Responsibilities Oversee financial planning activities including budgeting, forecasting cycles, and performance reporting across global operations Provide financial insight into operational performance, with a strong focus on manufacturing cost drivers, margins, and working capital efficiency Play a key role in defining and advancing a modern FP&A organization, including processes, governance, and service delivery structures Utilize SAP-based data and reporting to improve visibility, consistency, and decision support across finance Identify and execute opportunities to enhance reporting and analytics through automation, data optimization, and AI-enabled solutions Drive finance transformation efforts by coordinating cross-functional initiatives, maintaining project roadmaps, and delivering updates to leadership Support global financial activities, including considerations related to foreign exchange (FX) and international operations Experience Requirements Demonstrated experience within a manufacturing or industrial business environment Proven involvement in finance transformation initiatives, including FP&A process improvement and operating model enhancement Strong hands‑on experience managing day‑to‑day FP&A responsibilities (planning, forecasting, variance analysis) Track record of helping design or evolve a future‑state FP&A function Experience working with SAP (S/4HANA preferred) for financial planning, reporting, or analytics Exposure to AI‑driven initiatives or experience leveraging technology to modernize FP&A capabilities Experience supporting global finance operations, including foreign exchange (FX) considerations Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required MBA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent advanced credential preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr Eliassen Group