Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

About the role

The Manager, FP&A will lead financial planning, forecasting, and analytical activities to support strategic decision-making across Menasha Packaging.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and long-range planning
• Develop financial models to support business strategy, capital investments, and customer programs
• Partner with business leaders to establish financial targets and performance metrics
• Ensure alignment between operational plans and financial forecasts
• Compile S&A annual budget and quarterly forecasts
• Analyze monthly financial results, including variance to budget, forecast, and prior year
• Identify risks and opportunities, providing actionable insights to leadership
• Develop and maintain dashboards and KPIs for tracking operational and financial performance
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy and reporting processes
• Act as a trusted advisor to operations, sales, and supply chain leaders
• Support pricing, profitability analysis, and new business opportunities
• Provide financial guidance on cost optimization initiatives and productivity efforts
• Translate complex financial data into clear insights for non-financial stakeholders
• Oversee preparation of management reporting packages and presentations for senior leadership
• Improve financial reporting tools, systems, and automation capabilities
• Ensure data integrity across financial systems and reporting platforms

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
• 6–10 years of progressive finance experience, including FP&A or corporate finance
• Experience in manufacturing, packaging, or industrial environment strongly preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Experience with consolidation and planning (FCCS, PBCS) applications
• Familiarity with BI tools (Power BI, SAC, or similar)

Leadership & Competencies

• Strong business partnership and influencing skills across cross-functional teams
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly and concisely
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment