Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Description We are looking for an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to support high-impact business decisions through timely analysis, forecasting, and financial insight. This role is based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving engineering environment where leaders rely on clear, accurate reporting. The successful candidate will turn complex data into practical recommendations and help guide planning across multiple business needs.

Responsibilities:

- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities to support operational and strategic objectives.

- Build and refine financial models that evaluate performance, test assumptions, and inform leadership decisions.

- Deliver recurring and ad hoc analysis for stakeholders who require financial data presented from multiple business perspectives.

- Create dashboards and reporting tools in Power BI or Tableau to improve visibility into key financial and operational metrics.

- Partner with cross-functional leaders to explain trends, highlight risks, and identify opportunities for improved results.

- Prepare executive-level presentations and summaries that translate detailed financial information into actionable insights.

- Strengthen reporting processes and introduce more efficient methods for gathering, validating, and analyzing financial data.

- Support the development of newly established FP& A practices, frameworks, and performance reporting standards within the function. Requirements - 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a closely related field.

- Strong background in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with multiple decision-makers.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Power BI and experience creating data visualizations for business reporting.

- Experience using Tableau or similar business intelligence tools to communicate financial performance.

- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide clear recommendations.

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to present findings to leadership.

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