Manager, FP&A & Finance Analytics (33998)
KLS Martin Group · Jacksonville, FL · 2 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
Job Summary
The Manager, FP&A & Finance Analytics leads the company's planning function while personally architecting and standardizing the financial modeling engine that supports enterprise decision-making. This role is responsible for building scalable, driver-based financial models, integrating data directly from core systems and eliminating manual reporting processes through disciplined automation.
Essential Functions, Duties, And Responsibilities
Financial Model Architecture & Data Discipline
- Personally designs, rebuilds and standardizes enterprise budgeting, forecasting and scenario models
- Develops modular, documented and auditable model frameworks that are scalable across business units
- Establishes consistent financial drivers, definitions and calculation logic
- Connects financial models directly to ERP and operational data sources to reduce manual processes
- Pairs in the design or development of SQL queries, structured data extracts or BI integrations that support planning models
- Implements validation controls, structured documentation and version management practices
- Eliminates spreadsheet redundancy and reduces key-person dependency through disciplined model design
Centralized Planning & Forecast Leadership
- Led the annual budgeting process and rolling forecast cycles using driver-based methodologies
- Builds scenario models and sensitivity analyses to support executive decision-making
- Aligns financial plans with operational initiatives, headcount strategy and investment priorities
- Establishes structured planning calendars, assumptions and governance standards
- Translates operational drivers into structured financial forecasts
Automation & Performance Management
- Automates recurring management reporting and planning workflows
- Develops scalable dashboards and standardized executive reporting packages
- Improves forecast cycle time and reporting accuracy through system integration and process redesign
- Embeds analytics into performance management and variance analysis
Treasury & Liquidity Oversight (Embedded Within FP&A)
- Owes short-term and rolling cash flow forecasting aligned with operating forecasts
- Maintains clear separation between transaction execution and financial oversight
Team Leadership
- Leads and develops the FP&A team
- Establishes performance expectations aligned with analytical rigor and process discipline
- Promotes cross-functional collaboration and financial accountability
Qualifications
Educational and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Management Information Systems or a related quantitative field
- 7–12 years of progressive FP&A, corporate finance or finance analytics experience
- Demonstrated experience building and standardizing complex financial models
- Proven leadership experience developing and managing high-performing teams
- Advanced financial modeling expertise, including driver-based forecasting and scenario modeling
- Experience in integrating financial models with ERP data and structured datasets
- Strong proficiency in Excel; experience with BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau
- SQL proficiency or demonstrated experience working directly with structured data strongly preferred
- Experience in operational or manufacturing environments preferred
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Growth-oriented mindset with a focus on scaling processes, strengthening financial discipline and leveraging technology to drive efficiency and insight
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking capability with the ability to translate data into actionable strategies that support expansion and performance improvement
- Clear and confident communicator who effectively partners across functions to align financial plans with operational growth initiatives
- Ability to lead and develop a high-performing team, setting clear expectations and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
- Demonstrates sound judgment and the ability to navigate complex decisions while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance standards
- High standards of integrity and professionalism, with a commitment to protecting financial data and organizational trust
- Proactive and results-driven, with the initiative to identify opportunities and drive meaningful outcomes