Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

PRIMARY FUNCTION:   The FP&A Manager will lead and control all financial planning and analysis functions, including budgeting, forecasting, Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) financial reporting, and strategic financial planning. This role is crucial in supporting corporate strategic initiatives and ensuring effective financial management and compliance with regulatory requirements.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES:   Management: Directly manage one or more financial analysts. Provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. Financial Planning and Analysis: Lead the annual budgeting process, including the development of budget methodologies and tools and prepare the consolidated rollup and analyze the results. Prepare and analyze financial forecasts, identifying trends and providing actionable insights to senior management. Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making. Set and track Key Performance Indicators and measure against objectives. Reporting: Oversee the preparation and delivery of internal financial KPI reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Participate in the preparation and release of financial representations to external parties, including banks, creditors, and potential affiliates. Assist with compliance with all regulatory reporting requirements. Strategic Planning: Collaborate with operations managers to support their strategic business plans with financial systems and meaningful reporting. Assist with the evaluation of potential new financial software and systems to enhance operational efficiency and financial reporting. Compliance and Risk Management: Maintain expertise in U.S. GAAP accounting and ensure timely implementation of new accounting guidance. Assist with general ledger account reconciliations and balance sheet account accuracy.     MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:   Education: A four-year degree in Accounting or Business Administration with a concentration in accounting. A current and active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license. Experience: A minimum of ten years of accounting or auditing experience, preferably in a related industry. A minimum of eight years of management experience. Technology: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Basic understanding of ERP systems; experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX or 365 is a plus. Other Skills: Excellent presentation and communication skills. Detail-oriented and organized. Ability to meet a constant stream of deadlines. Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with different levels of employees. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods. Ability to see (with or without corrective lenses) CRT and small print ledger information.     This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.  Your supervisor may request and assign you similar duties.  Any major modification of this job role requires Human Resources approval.