Accounting, Analysis Skills, Automation, Budgeting, Business Administration, Capital Budgeting, Capital Project, Communication Skills, Decision Support, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Projections, Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, Leadership, Operational Support, Performance Metrics, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project Control, Strategic Planning, Trend Analysis, Variance Analysis
Banyan Search is searching for a strong Manager of FP&A for a SERVICE oriented client. Our client has a heart for mission and service to others.
The Manager of FP&A is a forward-looking finance leader responsible for budgeting, financial planning, systems optimization, and financial analytics. This role partners closely with senior finance leadership and operational department heads to support informed decision-making and drive efficiency across the organization.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with senior leadership and department heads
- Develop budget assumptions, models, timelines, and supporting documentation
- Perform ongoing financial projections, scenario analysis, and long-range financial planning
- Conduct monthly financial performance reviews versus budget with department leaders, including variance analysis and identification of trends, risks, and opportunities
- Serve as a financial resource to operational leaders, supporting data-driven decision-making
- Partner with IT and finance leadership to implement, optimize, and champion enterprise systems and reporting tools
- Identify and implement opportunities for automation and process improvement within finance and across departments
- Support special projects including financial modeling for strategic initiatives and capital projects
- Prepare financial analyses and presentations for senior leadership and governing bodies
Key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of budgeting, financial planning, and financial analysis
- Experience partnering with operational leaders on financial performance and staffing metrics
- Ability to improve financial systems, reporting tools, and automation
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial audiences
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive experience in finance, FP&A, or financial planning
- Experience with system implementations or process redesign preferred
Certifications
- CPA preferred; CMA or other relevant certifications a plus
This position is ONSITE and is perfect for someone that wants to take ownership of the FP&A process, working with senior leaders.
Candidate must be authorized to work in the US without current or future sponsorship requirements.