Manager Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

About the role

The Manager Financial Planning & Analysis is responsible for providing financial insight, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis to support strategic and operational decision making.

Responsibilities

• Direct the development of annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Ensure financial targets align with strategic objectives and corporate guidelines.
• Create and maintain financial models in support of forecast, scenario planning, and initiative evaluation.
• Enhance models to support cash flow forecasting and strategic planning initiatives.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports, variance analyses, and performance commentary.
• Oversee preparation of financial presentations for executive reviews and strategic discussions.
• Analyze trends, risks, and opportunities and provide data-driven insights to improve financial outcomes.
• Manage the submission of corporate financial reports, compliance with corporate standards, and consistency in methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Commercial, IT) to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
• Manage special projects and ad-hoc analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Guide evaluation of business initiatives, investments, and cost-optimization opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement and efficiencies in FP&A processes, tools, and reporting systems.
• Implement best practices for data integrity, efficiency, and standardization.
• Act as a trusted financial partner through strong analytical support and clear communication of insights.
• Manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality financial analysis in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Influence business decisions through fact-based analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
• 5 to 6 years of progressive experience in FP&A or corporate finance.
• Experience in collaborating with senior stakeholders.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling and scenario analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills: experience with financial systems (e.g. SAP, Power BI) preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to work with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong business acumen with a proven track record of thriving in global organizations and driving results and priorities.