Senior Manager, Corporate FP&A

Job Summary The Senior Manager, Corporate FP&A is responsible for driving enterprise-wide financial planning, performance management, and decision support across the organization. This role partners closely with the executive leadership team to shape financial strategy, influence key business decisions, and enhance overall company performance. The leader owns the global FP&A processes—including annual budgeting, long-range planning, and forecasting—while developing actionable insights into business drivers and performance trends. The role also articulates the company’s financial story to internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and investors. Key Responsibilities Own the global financial planning process and track performance versus plan, partnering with senior business stakeholders to address performance gaps. Own the global FP&A calendar, including long-range strategic planning, annual budgeting, and quarter-end/annual reporting processes. Monitor actual results against expectations and update projections. Develop and implement strategies to continuously improve Corporate FP&A processes and enhance understanding of business drivers. Challenge assumptions and drive accountability for financial performance across functions and business segments. Prepare or oversee presentations and supporting documents for finance presentations to the board of directors, executive staff, and investors. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and analysis of corporate managed expenses and other controlled costs, and prepare allocations of corporate expenses for segment reporting. Assist in preparing financial information and analysis for earnings release materials and analyst/investor discussions. Monitor business analytics of competitors, peers, and other economic metrics for benchmark forecasting purposes. Support financial reporting processes related to the monthly and quarterly close cycles. Build a data‑driven culture by standardizing processes, applying analytical best practices, and providing greater visibility to key metrics through dashboards/reporting. Leverage tools such as Power BI and OneStream to enhance reporting, dashboards, and data visualization. Partner with division controllers and executive management to understand reporting needs and develop or implement process improvements and ad‑hoc reports as needed. Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing FP&A team of two to three direct reports through coaching, mentoring, and structured development plans, driving team productivity and analytical capabilities. Prepare ad‑hoc analysis to understand risks and opportunities for product or service profitability, productivity, and return on investment that guide strategic initiatives and the company’s decision‑making process. Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree; CPA or MBA is a plus. 8+ years of relevant accounting/financial analysis required. Supervisory experience in finance and accounting supervisory roles. Knowledge of OneStream consolidation software preferred. Strong functional experience with SAP or other ERP software. Thorough understanding of financial reporting and general ledger structure. Knowledge of financial consolidations, eliminations, etc. Skills and Abilities Exceptional Microsoft Excel skills. Excellent written and speaking skills, including preparation and presentation of reports, presentations, and recommendations. Attention to detail and ability to analyze and manage large volumes of data. Ability to learn new technology. Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and manage through ambiguity and complexity. Ability to execute and follow through to completion and documentation. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet individual goals and deadlines. Establish effective working relationships with others to successfully lead, mentor, coach, and motivate. Demonstration of the highest level of integrity and trust. Working Conditions and Physical Demands Office environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Travel required: None. Minimal estimated __%. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nordson Corporation