Accounting and Finance - Head of FP&A

Job DescriptionThe FP&A Manager, Americas Finance role is part of Kearney’s Americas Finance team and will report to Director of FP&A. This role serves as a trusted business partner to Finance and firm leadership, providing financial insights and analysis that support informed decision-making, operational excellence, and long-term business performance.The FP&A Manager will play a key role in forecasting, budgeting, month-end close, performance analysis, and ad hoc financial planning and analysis. Working independently and collaboratively across the organization, this individual will proactively identify trends, communicate insights, and develop value-added analyses that help improve profitability and financial performance. We want to hear from you if you:Hold a degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics; an MBA/CPA is preferred.Have 7+ years of related finance, accounting, or FP&A experience; Bring deep finance and accounting knowledge, including demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.Possess strong analytical skills and the ability to simplify complex financial issues into clear insights that support decision-making.Have advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.Have experience with SAP; Power BI and Anaplan are a plus. Can work effectively in a hybrid environment, with specific in-office expectations to be confirmed.Financial Planning, Forecasting & AnalysisLead and support monthly/quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting processes, partnering with stakeholders to develop accurate, actionable financial plans.Conduct performance analysis across actuals, forecasts, budgets, and other relevant benchmarks to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.Analyze SG&A performance and develop insights that support productive discussions with functional leaders.Conduct profitability analyses at the practice and account levels to support business performance and decision-making.Review staff utilization and client hours to identify trends and implications for financial performance.Evaluate investments and ROI to support resource allocation and business decisions.Month-End Close & Financial PerformanceSupport the month-end close process and help ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial results.Partner closely with project financials teams and project teams to support accurate revenue recognition.Review costs at the general ledger level to help ensure overall P&L integrity.Perform variance analysis across actuals, forecasts, plans, and other relevant financial measures.Identify and communicate key drivers of financial performance to Finance and business leadership.Business Partnership & Decision SupportSupport firm leaders with insightful financial reporting and analysis that facilitates informed decision-making.Serve as a trusted business partner to internal stakeholders, proactively identifying opportunities to improve profitability, reporting, and business performance.Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for leadership.Respond to ad hoc requests and analyses from local and practice leadership, balancing immediate business needs with broader Finance priorities.Process Improvement & Finance CapabilitiesIdentify opportunities to enhance FP&A processes, reporting, financial models, and analytical capabilities.Support strategic Finance initiatives, including the development of profitability models, cost-rate studies, and other analyses that strengthen financial decision-making.Support SAP implementation and related initiatives from a business and Finance perspective.Partner cross-functionally to improve the quality, efficiency, and consistency of financial information and reporting.What we can offer youEvery day, our people work to be the difference for our clients, our communities, and our colleagues. Helping them to make an impact, they are sustained by a competitive remuneration package plus comprehensive benefits and perks, including but not limited to:Generous retirement/pension saving contributionsComprehensive medical insurance for employees and their familiesStructured and on-the-job learning and development opportunitiesPersonalized opportunities to help you chart a unique journey to pursue your own personal and professional goalsLearn more at Kearney.FP&A Manager compensation range: $In addition to salary, individuals may be eligible for a discretionary performance bonus. Our full suite of benefits includes paid time off, paid sick leave, 401(k) match and profit sharing, medical, dental, and vision coverage, healthcare concierge services, backup child/adult care, annual employer HSA contributions, a home office stipend, subsidized gym membership, an annual wellness program, and leaves of absence when needed to support employees’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being.That’s why Kearney is committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive environment. we recruit, hire, train, promote, develop, and provide other conditions of employment without regard to a person’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences consistent with applicable laws. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.