Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Key responsibilities for the FP&A Lead role include: Responsibilities Lead the FP&A function for the organization, including forecasting, budgeting, long-term planning, performance reporting, and business decision support globally Build, maintain, and enhance complex financial models that ensure accuracy and improve visibility into the companys performance, key business drivers, resource requirements, and future growth scenarios Own and continuously improve the budgeting, forecasting, and quarterly business review process to increase accuracy, transparency, accountability, and decision-making effectiveness across the organization Deliver high-quality quantitative and qualitative analyses, including variance analysis, trend analysis, scenario modeling, sensitivity analysis, and capital investment evaluation, to support operational, financial, and strategic decisions Provide decision support to senior leadership on new projects, capital investments, expansion planning, and other strategic initiatives using financial principles such as NPV, ROI, ROIC, EVA, and scenario probability analysis Support lender covenant compliance and monitoring, liquidity planning, executive reporting, and other strategic finance and capital planning activities in partnership with the Manager of Finance and CFO Partner with business leaders across Commercial, Operations, Engineering, HR, and other functions to understand performance drivers, identify risks and opportunities, and translate financial and operational data into actionable recommendations Support the Commercial organization to provide insights on pricing, product and service profitability, customer profitability, market trends, and growth opportunities Ensure commercial finance tools and processes used in GFA remain accurate, relevant, and scalable Serve as a finance systems and digital champion by leveraging existing AI-based tools, partnering with IT and external providers to enhance reporting infrastructure, improve data accessibility and hygiene, automate recurring analyses, and evaluate finance technologies, including AI-enabled tools Perform due diligence and risk assessment related to customers, suppliers, and strategic counterparties as needed to support commercial, procurement, and credit decisions Provide ad hoc analysis, executive support and special project leadership, as required Lead, mentor, and develop a team of analysts, establishing high standards for analytical rigor, business partnership, data integrity, and responsiveness while serving as a hands‑on player/coach on key deliverables and special projects Establish team standards, best practices, and documentation; conduct training on financial models, tools, and analytical approaches Manage team workload, set priorities, ensure timely delivery of analyses and reports, and maintain accountability Provide training to develop capabilities, technical skills, and professional growth Manage performance, provide feedback, conduct evaluations, and support career development Drive continuous improvement and identify opportunities to streamline FP&A processes, reports, and tools by identifying inefficiencies, challenging legacy practices, and implementing scalable solutions that improve speed, quality, and applicability of financial information Stay current with industry trends, tools, and methodologies. Requirements Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field required MBA and/or CFA designation preferred 7+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, strategic finance, or related roles, including experience with financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and executive-level decision support Prior experience in investment banking, commercial banking, or high-growth operating environments is a plus Strategic mindset with ability to connect financial analysis to business strategy and long-term objectives Demonstrated people management or team leadership experience required, with success mentoring and developing analysts while maintaining a hands‑on approach to complex work Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with high attention to detail and a strong commitment to data quality, accuracy, and integrity Excellent interpersonal communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and communicate effectively with leaders at all levels of the organization Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate ambiguity, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint required; experience with SQL, Power BI, D365, financial planning and reporting tools strongly preferred Experience with financial planning tools (e.g., Anaplan, Planful, Pigment, etc.) a plus Experience with ERP systems or business intelligence platforms Demonstrated success identifying process improvements, automating workflows, or implementing new financial systems or tools Familiarity with AI-enabled tools and use cases in finance, such as improving forecast accuracy, variance analysis, scenario modeling enhancement, reporting automation, data classification, anomaly detection, and management dashboarding Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, adapt to change, and thrive in a collaborative, growth-oriented team environment Strong understanding of financial statements, core accounting concepts, and US GAAP; ability to connect accounting outcomes to business performance and planning implications. #J-18808-Ljbffr