FP&A Manager

FP&A ManagerA growing manufacturing organization is seeking a strategic and analytical Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to build and lead a newly established FP&A function. This highly visible role will partner directly with executive leadership to provide financial insights, forecasting, reporting, and decision support that drive business performance and profitable growth.The Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) will build and lead the FP&A function, partnering with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver financial insights, forecasting, reporting, and decision support that enhance business performance and profitable growth.ResponsibilitiesLead the annual budgeting process, including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow planning.Develop and maintain monthly forecasts and financial models.Partner with Sales and Operations teams to incorporate operational inputs into forecasts and budgets.Provide financial analysis, business insights, and decision support to senior leadership.Develop reporting around gross margin, customer profitability, rebates, commissions, and capital expenditures.Monitor commodity pricing and cash flow performance.Build and track key performance indicators (KPIs).Serve as the Power BI subject matter expert to enhance business reporting and analytics.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.CPA and/or MBA preferred.7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience within a manufacturing environment.Required SkillsExperience with budgeting, forecasting, GAAP financial statements, and ERP systems.Strong understanding of manufacturing accounting, inventory, BOMs, and operational finance concepts.Advanced Excel, analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.