Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

 A market leading manufacturer is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to join its finance leadership team. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys partnering with business leaders, driving strategic decision-making, and enhancing financial planning capabilities across the organization.

About the Role

Reporting to a senior finance leader, this position plays a key role in shaping financial strategy, improving forecasting processes, and delivering meaningful insights that support business performance. The successful candidate will combine strong analytical expertise with the ability to communicate financial results in a clear and compelling way while collaborating across multiple business functions.

What You'll Do

• Partner with leaders across finance, operations, sales, and other business functions to provide strategic financial guidance
• Develop financial models, forecasts, budgets, and scenario analyses to support key business decisions
• Identify and evaluate opportunities to improve profitability, optimize costs, and enhance overall business performance
• Prepare executive-level presentations and communicate financial results through clear, actionable insights
• Lead monthly and quarterly business performance reviews and provide recommendations to senior leadership
• Enhance reporting processes, planning methodologies, and forecasting accuracy through continuous improvement initiatives
• Evaluate business performance using financial and operational metrics to support strategic initiatives
• Drive cross-functional projects focused on process improvements, reporting enhancements, and data-driven decision-making
• Mentor and support team members while fostering a collaborative and high-performing finance environment

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
• CPA, MBA, or another relevant professional designation is considered an asset
• 8+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis or corporate finance
• Experience in a manufacturing or product-based environment is preferred
• Advanced financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and analytical skills
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and business intelligence/reporting tools
• Solid understanding of cost accounting, variance analysis, financial reporting, and business performance metrics
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong leadership, project management, and problem-solving abilities with a proactive, results-oriented mindset

Why Join

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative organization where finance plays a strategic role in shaping business decisions. You'll work closely with senior leadership, contribute to high-impact initiatives, and have the opportunity to influence the direction of financial planning while continuing to grow your leadership capabilities.