Sr. Manager, FP&A

The Senior Manager of FP&A will lead the company’s financial planning, forecasting, and performance management processes in a fast-paced, private equity–backed manufacturing and services environment. This is a highly hands‑on leadership role for a strong FP&A operator who thrives in the details, lives in the models, and drives forecast accuracy through disciplined execution. About the Role Partnering closely with the Head of Finance, CEO, and cross‑functional leaders, this role will own budgeting, rolling forecasts, performance analytics, and executive reporting. The Senior Manager will play a critical role in strengthening financial rigor, improving predictability, and building scalable FP&A processes to support growth and margin expansion. This position is ideal for a seasoned Senior Manager ready to step into broader ownership and increased visibility with a clear path to Director level. Responsibilities Lead the annual budget and rolling forecast processes end‑to‑end, ensuring alignment between operational inputs and financial outputs with a strong emphasis on forecast accuracy, driver‑based planning, and continuous improvement. Own the integrity of forecast assumptions across the organization, rigorously vetting and challenging inputs provided by the Controller and departmental leaders to ensure consistency, realism, and alignment with financial targets. Personally build and maintain detailed financial models supporting monthly and quarterly forecasting, including variance analysis vs. budget, prior forecast, and prior year. Maintain hands‑on ownership of the forecasting models and processes, with the ability to step in and fully execute forecasting responsibilities when the Controller or accounting team is focused on month‑end close. Analyze historical performance trends and proactively pressure‑test business assumptions to improve predictability and visibility. Drive cross‑functional planning across Sales, Manufacturing Operations, Services Operations, and other corporate functions. Translate financial and operational drivers into clear, actionable insights for business leaders. Own headcount planning and labor cost modeling in partnership with HR and operations. Own cash flow forecasting and working capital analytics, including DSO, DPO, inventory turns, and cash conversion metrics. Develop KPI dashboards and structured operating reviews to track performance against financial and operational targets. Set forecast cadence, define submission deadlines and enforce planning standards. Executive Reporting & Analytics Prepare executive‑level reporting packages and board materials in partnership with the Head of Finance. Deliver clear, concise month‑end analytics with strong narrative support. Develop ad hoc financial analyses to support leadership decision‑making. Support acquisition modeling and integration financial tracking as needed. Lead development of the Long‑Range Plan (LRP). Build and maintain fully integrated three‑statement financial models (P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet). Incorporate revenue, pricing, cost, margin, working capital, and headcount drivers into dynamic forecasting models. Evaluate new initiatives and ongoing business opportunities through detailed financial modeling and ROI analysis. Organizational & Process Development Directly manage and develop one Senior Financial Analyst, serving as a player–coach. Improve planning and reporting infrastructure, including SAP and SAP Analytics Cloud. Support enhancement or implementation of FP&A tools and planning systems as needed. Drive automation and process improvements through advanced Excel capabilities, VBA, and macro development. Standardize reporting processes and strengthen internal controls to support scale and accountability. Operate as an embedded business partner, collaborating closely across functions rather than working in silos. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required. MBA and/or CPA preferred. 8–10 years of progressive FP&A experience, with direct ownership of forecasting and budgeting processes. Proven track record of improving forecast accuracy and planning discipline. Advanced Excel expertise required; must be highly proficient in complex financial modeling. Strong working knowledge of VBA and macro development required. Experience building integrated financial models from the ground up. Prior experience implementing or significantly enhancing an FP&A planning tool is a plus. Background in multi‑site, multi‑currency manufacturing environments preferred. Prior experience in a private equity–backed company strongly preferred. Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights. Hands‑on, detail‑oriented operator who balances strategic context with execution rigor. #J-18808-Ljbffr