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About the team and role
The Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) is responsible for leading and managing the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis functions to support strategic decision-making and drive financial performance. This role involves working closely with senior management, department heads, and various individuals across the organization to provide insights and recommendations based on financial data, and to develop internal and external stakeholder reporting to hold individuals accountable. The FP&A Manager plays a key role in developing long-term financial strategies, optimizing resource allocation, and ensuring the company's financial health.
As the Finance Manager you will be responsible for:
- Financial Planning & Budgeting:
- Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, including gathering inputs, developing models, and consolidating data.
- Work with department heads to develop budget assumptions, track financial performance, and recommend budget adjustments as necessary.
- Provide detailed variance analysis between actual and forecasted results, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Partner with the accounting team on a detailed 13-week cash forecast.
- Financial Analysis & Reporting:
- Prepare comprehensive financial reports, including variance analysis, KPIs, and management commentary for external stakeholders and board meetings.
- Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions such as capital investments and resource allocation.
- Develop, maintain, and improve financial models to support long-term planning, scenario analysis, and profitability analysis.
- Strategic Financial Insights:
- Collaborate with senior management to provide actionable insights and recommendations for driving growth, cost optimization, and improving financial performance.
- Identify and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track financial and operational performance, presenting findings and recommendations to leadership.
- Partner with key business stakeholders to evaluate financial implications of business initiatives, investments, and potential acquisitions.
- Financial Systems & Processes:
- Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial data and reporting by implementing best practices in financial systems and processes.
- Continuously improve financial processes, including automation and standardization of reporting to increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Support the implementation and optimization of financial planning tools and systems.
- Team Leadership & Development:
- Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and high performance within the FP&A team.
- Serve as a key business partner to department leaders and senior executives, ensuring financial alignment with organizational goals.
What we’re looking for:
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
- MBA, CFA or CPA preferred
- Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and forecasting or similar analytical role.
- Experience with financial modeling, scenario analysis, and capital budgeting.
- Experience reporting to and interacting with senior leadership and board members.
- Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex financial information for non-financial stakeholders.
- Proficiency in financial planning systems, Excel, and ERP software (i.e., NetSuite).
- Key Competencies:
- Strategic and critical thinking and ability to align financial insights with business goals.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities.
- Collaborative and adaptable to a dynamic business environment.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Ability to work independently, without the need for substantial oversight, and with remote teams
- Work Environment:
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
- This position is 100% remote.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at FEV Tutor
FEV Tutor is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.