The Financial Planning & Analytics Manager plays a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring data-driven decision-making and business growth. This role focuses on financial performance analysis, cost management, and cross-functional collaboration to drive profitability.
Core Responsibilities:
- Financial Oversight: Develop and present reports to leadership, analyze variances, and manage cash flow projections.
- Data & Performance Analysis: Build financial models, conduct scenario analysis, and create KPI dashboards.
- Budgeting & Strategy: Support the development of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial strategies.
- Data Management: Ensure accuracy, organization, and accessibility of financial data to support informed decision-making.
- Cross-Functional Support: Work with departments such as marketing and supply chain to optimize financial processes.
- Compliance & Optimization: Assist with regulatory filings and enhance financial analytics for better operational insights.
- Project Execution: Oversee special projects, ensuring strategic initiatives are delivered effectively.
Qualifications:
- 3–5 years in financial planning and analysis, preferably in multi-location businesses.
- Bachelor's in finance, accounting, or a related field (advanced degree a plus).
- Expertise in financial modeling, variance analysis, and reporting.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and familiarity with financial systems like NetSuite.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage large data sets and work in a fast-paced environment.