FP&A Manager

About the Role:

The FP&A Manager plays a critical role in driving the financial planning and analysis functions within the organization, ensuring accurate forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting. This position is responsible for providing strategic insights and actionable recommendations to senior leadership to support informed decision-making and long-term business growth. The FP&A Manager will lead the development and maintenance of financial models that analyze business performance, identify trends, and evaluate risks and opportunities. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to align financial plans with operational goals and market dynamics. Ultimately, this role ensures the financial health and sustainability of the company by delivering timely, accurate, and insightful financial analysis.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. - 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis or a related finance role.

- Strong proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.

- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Anaplan, or similar).

- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

- Professional certification such as CFA, CPA, or CMA.

- Experience managing a team of financial analysts or similar professionals.

- Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.

- Experience working in a fast-paced corporate environment or within the technology sector.

Responsibilities:

- Develop, manage, and improve financial forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes to support business objectives.

- Analyze financial results, variances, and trends to provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management.

- Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentations for executive leadership.

- Collaborate with business units to gather data, understand drivers of financial performance, and support strategic initiatives.

- Oversee the creation and maintenance of complex financial models to evaluate business scenarios and support decision-making.

- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to identify risks and opportunities for the business.

- Manage and mentor a team of financial analysts, fostering professional development and ensuring high-quality deliverables.

- Partner with accounting, operations, and other departments to ensure alignment and accuracy in financial data and reporting.

Skills:

The FP&A Manager utilizes advanced analytical skills daily to interpret complex financial data and translate it into clear, actionable insights that guide business strategy. Proficiency in Excel and financial planning software enables the creation of detailed financial models and forecasts that support budgeting and scenario analysis. Strong communication skills are essential for presenting findings and recommendations effectively to senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Leadership and mentoring skills are applied to develop and manage a team of analysts, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting. Additionally, familiarity with data visualization tools enhances the ability to convey financial information in an accessible and impactful manner.