Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

About the role

We are looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to support strategic finance activities for a growing organization in Detroit, Michigan. This role will guide budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting while translating financial data into practical recommendations for business leaders. The position works closely with teams across the company to strengthen decision-making, improve visibility into results, and support continued growth.

Responsibilities

• Direct the annual budget cycle, recurring forecast updates, and longer-term financial planning efforts across the business.
• Produce monthly finance reports that summarize operating results, balance sheet activity, key performance indicators, and meaningful variance explanations.
• Build and refine financial models that measure business performance, identify trends, and support planning assumptions.
• Work with leaders in areas such as operations, marketing, and merchandising to evaluate performance and inform business decisions.
• Conduct customized analysis and scenario planning to assess potential investments, business changes, and financial risks.
• Coordinate with accounting teams to maintain consistency between planning outputs and formal financial reporting.
• Improve reporting processes by strengthening the use of enterprise systems and business intelligence tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Develop presentations and financial materials for senior executives and leadership review meetings.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or a comparable corporate finance function.
• Background in manufacturing or retail environments is required.
• Hands-on experience with financial systems is required, with exposure to NetSuite considered an advantage.
• Strong capability in financial modeling, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Proficiency with reporting and analytics platforms such as Power BI, Adaptive Insights, or similar business intelligence tools.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to explain financial insights to non-finance stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in our company 401(k) plan for contract/temporary professionals.

For more information, visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net.