CR3 - Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis

Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis

As the Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), you will:

Serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership, driving financial clarity and enabling smarter, faster business decisions. This role is at the heart of transforming how the organization plans, allocates resources, and responds to a dynamic market environment. You will lead the end-to-end planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, while embedding data-driven insights and digital innovation into the financial DNA of the company.

Beyond operational excellence, you will shape the future of the FP&A function, championing strategic finance initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and equipping teams with the tools and capabilities to unlock value. Your leadership will empower the business to anticipate opportunities, navigate risks, and accelerate growth with confidence.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead Financial Planning Cycles Own and optimize the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning processes to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.

- Deliver Strategic Insights Provide high-impact financial analysis, scenario modeling, and performance metrics that inform executive decision-making and drive business outcomes.

- Transform FP&A Capabilities Champion the evolution of FP&A through automation, predictive analytics, and digital tools that enhance speed, accuracy, and agility.

- Drive Strategic Finance Projects Lead cross-functional initiatives focused on cost optimization, investment prioritization, and enterprise-wide performance improvement.

- Foster Innovation & Digital Fluency Cultivate a forward-thinking FP&A culture by promoting the use of advanced analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Anaplan) and encouraging continuous learning.

- Collaborate Across the Business Partner with key stakeholders in Operations, Commercial, and Technology to ensure financial strategies are integrated and actionable.

Qualifications And Experiences:

Education & Certifications:

- Masters or Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline

- Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or equivalent is strongly preferred

Technical Proficiency:

- Expertise in financial systems and tools, including ERP platforms such as Epicor, SAP, ORACLE, or similar

- Skilled in BI tools and advanced financial planning systems

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex modeling and data analysis

Process & Systems Optimization:

- Proven ability to drive process improvements, automation, and operational efficiencies within FP&A

- Experience designing and implementing robust, dynamic forecasting models that integrate scenario planning, predictive analytics, and real-time data insights

Strategic Financial Leadership:

- Strong track record of enhancing decision support through data-driven financial strategies

- Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership