FP&A Manager

GPJ is seeking a strategic and technically proficient Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager to drive our financial narrative. Reporting to our Auburn Hills office in a hybrid capacity (2 days/week), you will not just manage numbers; you will lead the collective effort in budgeting, forecasting, and driving the insights that fuel our global experiential marketing leadership. As an employee‑owned firm, we are looking for a leader who treats the business with an “owner mindset” to ensure long‑term sustainability.

• Strategic Planning & Analysis: Collaborate with the FP&A team in driving annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes, ensuring total alignment with organizational goals.
• Profitability Analysis: Take ownership of Client P&Ls, Contribution Margin analysis, and Product Line reporting to provide senior leadership with actionable drivers for profitability.
• Operational Performance: Monitor financial performance against targets, developing sophisticated metrics and KPIs to track business health.
• Advanced Reporting: Master the Jedox environment to build comprehensive financial reports that translate complex data into strategic stories for stakeholders.
• Performance Monitoring: Conduct rigorous variance analysis and performance tracking to proactively identify trends and operational opportunities before they impact the bottom line.
• Proactive Improvement: Take the initiative to refine financial processes, leveraging AI and automation to enhance reporting accuracy and speed.

• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and variance analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (macros, complex modeling) and financial planning software (e.g., Jedox); experience with ERP systems is required.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic insights.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial concepts to non‑financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple high‑priority projects in a fast‑paced, collaborative group setting.
• Proven experience leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Learning for predictive forecasting and data visualization.

Respond timely and accurately to requests for information, ensuring all appropriate parties are included. Provide regular updates on workload status based on established metrics.

Take control and facilitate change instead of waiting and reacting. Take the initiative to improve the business on any level, no matter how small.

Deliver work with precision, completeness and free from error or defect. Engage others & research as needed to provide a clear, complete & accurate product.

Helpful, thoughtful, considerate and cooperative balanced with compliance with company policies and requirements.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA/CFA preferred.

• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, budgeting, and forecasting within a complex corporate environment.

As the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping our financial strategy and driving informed decision‑making throughout the organization. Your collaboration in financial planning, analysis, and forecasting will provide senior management with the insights needed to allocate resources effectively, optimize operational efficiencies, and achieve financial goals. By delivering accurate and timely financial reports and recommendations, you will enhance transparency and accountability, contributing to our overall financial health and long‑term sustainability in a competitive market environment.

$110k - $130K

Salary is dependent on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) experience, skills, and location.

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