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Job Description
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Our client, an international manufacturing company is seeking an FP& A Manager. This is a critical role within the organization and will be heavily involved / oversight in strategic planning, cost accounting, budgeting / forecasting and FP& A.
Key Responsibilities :
Oversee and manage the cost accounting function, ensuring accurate recording of manufacturing costs.
Conduct monthly and quarterly cost roll-ups and establish cost standards, ensuring that cost structures align with operational realities.
Perform thorough analysis of direct labor, direct materials, overhead, and other costs related to production.
Lead and support the monthly close process, ensuring that inventory valuations and cost of goods sold (COGS) are properly reflected.
Lead the preparation and management of the annual budget, including coordination with various departments to align financial goals and operational plans.
Develop and update quarterly forecasts, comparing actual performance against budget and identifying key variances.
Work closely with operational teams to ensure forecasts are realistic, based on the latest production and sales projections.
Perform detailed variance analysis between actual results and budgeted or forecasted figures, investigating significant discrepancies.
Provide explanations for variances related to costs, revenues, and profitability, offering actionable insights to senior management.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand operational drivers of variances and assist in implementing corrective actions.
Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor financial and operational performance.
Analyze production efficiency, yield, waste, and scrap rates, providing data-driven recommendations to improve cost performance.
Ensure accurate product costing and margin analysis to support pricing decisions.
Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. MBA, CPA, CMA a plus!
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis (FP& A), cost accounting in manufacturing!
Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, manufacturing environments, and financial modeling.
Proven experience with annual cost roll-ups, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and KPI development.
Proficiency with financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, etc.) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
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