ITech Consulting Partners
Director of Financial Planning & Analysis
ITech Consulting Partners, East Canton, Ohio, United States, 44730
Director of Financial Planning & AnalysisLocation:
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Direct HireID:
OH189-2737351Posted:
Aug 13, 2024The FP&A Director is responsible for leading the financial planning and analysis function within the organization. This role includes developing budgets, forecasts, financial models, and performance analyses to support strategic decision-making. The FP&A Director will work closely with senior leadership to drive financial performance, improve profitability, and ensure financial health and sustainability of the company. This role requires strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively across departments.ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and long-range planning.Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives.Provide strategic recommendations based on financial analysis and projections.Oversee cost accounting functions, including product costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement financial strategies and initiatives.Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic business decisions, including mergers and acquisitions, investments, and capital expenditures.Prepare business cases for new projects and initiatives.Analyze financial results and performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods.Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management and the board.Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through financial data analysis.Lead the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.Analyze variances between actual results and budget/forecast, providing explanations and recommendations for corrective actions.Manage the development of rolling forecasts and financial projections.Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights to management.Collaborate with department heads to understand key business drivers and their impact on financial performance.Provide financial insights and guidance to support operational decision-making.Implement and maintain financial systems and processes to improve accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor the company’s financial performance.Drive continuous improvement in financial planning and analysis processes.Implement best practices and tools to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of reporting.Collaborate closely with the Accounting department to ensure alignment on financial reporting and compliance.EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, AND PROFICIENCIES:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, management, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.Minimum of 5 years' experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a manufacturing environment.Expert-level Excel user with extensive experience in financial modeling, data analysis, and predictive modeling.Expertise in data analytics tools and techniques, database management, and reporting systems (ERP, PowerBI, Tableau etc.).Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.Collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively across departments.Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.Ability to analyze data and generate meaningful insights.
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CantonType:
Direct HireID:
OH189-2737351Posted:
Aug 13, 2024The FP&A Director is responsible for leading the financial planning and analysis function within the organization. This role includes developing budgets, forecasts, financial models, and performance analyses to support strategic decision-making. The FP&A Director will work closely with senior leadership to drive financial performance, improve profitability, and ensure financial health and sustainability of the company. This role requires strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively across departments.ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and long-range planning.Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives.Provide strategic recommendations based on financial analysis and projections.Oversee cost accounting functions, including product costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement financial strategies and initiatives.Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic business decisions, including mergers and acquisitions, investments, and capital expenditures.Prepare business cases for new projects and initiatives.Analyze financial results and performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods.Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management and the board.Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through financial data analysis.Lead the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.Analyze variances between actual results and budget/forecast, providing explanations and recommendations for corrective actions.Manage the development of rolling forecasts and financial projections.Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights to management.Collaborate with department heads to understand key business drivers and their impact on financial performance.Provide financial insights and guidance to support operational decision-making.Implement and maintain financial systems and processes to improve accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor the company’s financial performance.Drive continuous improvement in financial planning and analysis processes.Implement best practices and tools to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of reporting.Collaborate closely with the Accounting department to ensure alignment on financial reporting and compliance.EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, AND PROFICIENCIES:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, management, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.Minimum of 5 years' experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a manufacturing environment.Expert-level Excel user with extensive experience in financial modeling, data analysis, and predictive modeling.Expertise in data analytics tools and techniques, database management, and reporting systems (ERP, PowerBI, Tableau etc.).Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.Collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively across departments.Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.Ability to analyze data and generate meaningful insights.
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