Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Position Summary

We are seeking a strategic and analytical Senior Manager, FP&A to lead financial planning, forecasting, and business performance analysis across the organization. This role serves as a key business partner to operational and executive leadership, providing data-driven insights that support decision-making, profitability improvement, and long-term strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities, experience supporting manufacturing and distribution operations, and a proven ability to influence business decisions through financial leadership. This position will play a critical role in budgeting, forecasting, reporting, capital planning, and evaluating growth opportunities across a multi-site environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting cycles across multiple business units and operating locations.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support business planning, investment decisions, capital allocation, and strategic initiatives.
• Analyze financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Drive long-range planning activities and support organizational growth objectives.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial analyses, including variance reporting and trend analysis.
• Develop and maintain executive dashboards, key performance indicators (KPIs), and management reporting packages.
• Monitor business performance and proactively identify risks, opportunities, and emerging trends.
• Partner with senior leadership to evaluate financial results and support decision-making.

Business Partnership

• Collaborate with operational leaders to understand business drivers and provide financial guidance.
• Support pricing, margin enhancement, productivity, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Present financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership and key stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted advisor by translating complex financial information into meaningful business recommendations.

Strategic Initiatives

• Support acquisition due diligence, integration activities, and post-acquisition performance analysis.
• Conduct scenario analyses and business case development for strategic investments and growth initiatives.
• Participate in special projects that support organizational priorities and continuous improvement efforts.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Support financial systems, reporting tools, and ERP optimization initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and planning processes.
• Assist in the development and implementation of best practices across FP&A functions.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, financial policies, and internal controls.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• MBA, CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional designation preferred.

Experience

• 8-12 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, accounting, or related financial leadership roles.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, building products, or wholesale distribution environments strongly preferred.
• Proven experience leading budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and business analysis activities.
• Experience supporting multi-site operations and partnering directly with operational leadership preferred.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, business integration, and strategic planning is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and performance measurement.
• Ability to analyze large datasets and translate findings into actionable business recommendations.
• Expertise in variance analysis, KPI development, profitability analysis, and executive reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial planning tools.
• Experience working with ERP systems and business intelligence/reporting platforms.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving capabilities.