Job Summary Our FP&A Manager, reporting to the Director of FP&A, will be responsible for leading the financial planning and analysis function, providing strategic insights to senior leadership to drive financial performance. This role manages the budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes, and conducts in-depth financial analysis to identify and track internal and external trends, risks, and opportunities to the business. We are seeking a skilled financial professional with very strong analytical, communication, and leadership abilities. Essential duties and responsibilities • Financial forecasting and planning: Lead the development and compilation of the annual and quarterly budgets, latest estimate forecasts, and long-range financial plans by partnering with department leaders across the organization and C-suite executives. • Financial modeling: Build and maintain complex financial models to support business decisions, evaluate investment opportunities, and perform scenario and sensitivity analysis. • Performance analysis: Conduct thorough variance analysis by comparing actual financial results to budgets and forecasts, explaining key drivers of variances to management. • Reporting and presentations: Prepare and present clear, compelling financial reports, analysis, and presentations for senior management, stakeholders, and the Board. • Strategic business partnership: Serve as key financial advisor to cross-functional teams, offering actionable financial insights and supporting strategic business initiatives including commercial finance. • Process improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, automate reporting, and implement financial planning tools to improve efficiency and accuracy. • Leadership and mentorship: Mentor existing finance analysts by providing guidance, training, and development opportunities. Required qualifications • Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field. • Experience: 5–7 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), with at least 2-3 years in a leadership or management role. • Technical skills: High proficiency in financial modeling and Microsoft Excel. Experience with Microsoft D365 (ERP) and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI) is also preferred. • Analytical and strategic thinking: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data, interpret trends, and translate data into actionable business strategies. • Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences. • Leadership ability: Proven ability to lead, problem solve, mentor, and motivate team members. Preferred qualifications • Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). • Master’s degree in business administration (MBA), Finance, or a related field is a plus. • Several years’ experience working in a Finance role within the CPG sector. • Experience at high growth work environment; ability to work well in fast paced, nimble, business environment.