FP&A Manager

$ 130000 - $ 170000 / Year
location_onColumbus, Ohio

Accounting & Finance

acutePermanent

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A growing, industry-leading organization is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to lead financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and business analysis efforts. This role will serve as a strategic business partner to operational and executive leadership, providing financial insights that drive decision-making, improve profitability, and support long-term growth. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of financial expertise, analytical capabilities, and business acumen, with prior experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial planning initiatives.

  • Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic planning, capacity analysis, pricing decisions, and investment opportunities.

  • Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve business results.

  • Partner closely with operations, supply chain, sales, and senior leadership teams to support decision-making and drive accountability.

  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), operational metrics, and profitability across business units.

  • Prepare monthly management reporting packages, variance analyses, and executive-level presentations.

  • Support inventory, cost accounting, and working capital initiatives through financial analysis and business partnership.

  • Evaluate business risks and opportunities through scenario planning and sensitivity analysis.

  • Drive continuous improvement within FP&A processes, reporting tools, and forecasting methodologies.

  • Assist with strategic initiatives, capital expenditure planning, and potential acquisitions or expansion projects.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

  • 7+ years of progressive FP&A, corporate finance, or financial analysis experience.

  • Previous leadership experience managing, mentoring, or developing finance professionals preferred.

  • Manufacturing and/or distribution industry experience strongly preferred.

  • Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting experience.

  • Strong understanding of operational drivers and how they impact financial performance.

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.

  • Experience with ERP systems and business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or similar platforms.

  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

  • Ability to effectively present financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Qualifications

  • MBA, CMA, or CPA designation preferred

  • Experience supporting multi-site operations.

  • Exposure to inventory management, supply chain finance, and cost optimization initiatives.

  • Experience leading process improvement or financial transformation projects.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records



Pay Details: $130,000.00 to $170,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.



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