Financial Planning & Analysis Manager (8441)
- Direct Hire
- Location
- St. Louis , United States
Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
Position Overview: The FP&A Manager leads financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis to support strategic decision-making and drive financial performance. This role partners closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights, improve processes, and ensure alignment with organizational financial objectives. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capabilities, leadership skills, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead budgeting, forecasting, demand planning, and financial analysis processes
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Analyze financial performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods; identify trends, risks, and opportunities
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Support strategic planning by providing financial insights and recommendations to leadership
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Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
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Partner with sales and operational teams to evaluate performance, including ROI and product/channel analysis
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Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support special projects
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Improve financial processes, systems, and reporting to enhance efficiency and data integrity
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Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and financial standards
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Utilize financial systems and tools to support reporting and analysis
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; master's degree and/or FPAC certification preferred
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7+ years of relevant experience in finance and accounting
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Experience in the manufacturing sector preferred
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Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
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Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains or similar) preferred
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Detail-oriented with a big-picture mindset
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Proactive, adaptable, and driven to improve processes and performance