Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Purpose of the Job:The FP&A Manager is responsible for leading the financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analytical activities that support strategic decision-making across the organization. Principal Responsibilities / Accountabilities:Financial Planning & Forecasting LeadThe annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational goals.Develop financial models to assess business performance, evaluate scenarios, and support strategic initiatives.Monitor financial results against plans and forecasts, highlighting variances and recommending corrective actions.Reporting & Analysis Prepare monthly/quarterly financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for executive leadership.Analyze business trends, KPIs, margin drivers, and operational metrics to inform decision-making.Provide insight into revenue, cost, and profitability performance across products, services, or business units.Strategic Business SupportPartner with functional leaders (Operations, Sales, Marketing, HR, etc.) to develop financial strategies and support key business decisions.Evaluate capital investments, pricing changes, product launches, and cost-saving initiatives through financial modeling.Support long-range planning and scenario analysis for growth and sustainability.Process Improvement & Systems ManagementEnhance forecasting accuracy and reporting quality through process improvements and automation.Maintain and optimize financial planning tools (ERP, BI dashboards, planning software).Implement best practices in financial analysis, modeling, and data integrity.Leadership & Team ManagementSupervise, mentor, and develop analysts or finance staff (if applicable).Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and analytical excellence.Qualifications / ExperienceEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field5 – 8+ years of progressive financial analysis or FP&A experience.Prior experience in corporate FP&A, business partnering, or management-level reporting required.Skills & CompetenciesStrong financial modeling and analytical skills.Advanced proficiency in Excel; knowledge of forecasting tools and BI systems.Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate financial insights into actionable recommendations.Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and attention to detail.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Leadership skills with experience managing or mentoring junior staff (preferred).