Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

SyBridge Technologies was established in 2019 by Crestview Partners to create a global technology leader that provides value-added design and manufacturing solutions across multiple industries. SyBridge is the combination of 15 acquisitions made to combine different products, services and technologies into a singular technology-enabled solution. SyBridge is based in Southfield, Michigan and has 20 locations throughout North America, Europe and Asia.

This role is pivotal in driving financial performance, supporting strategic initiatives, and delivering actionable insights across the global enterprise. Reporting to the CFO, the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is a strategic and analytical leader that will join our senior management team. The successful candidate will lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis functions, while partnering with Sales, Operations, and Executive Leadership to guide decision-making and optimize business outcomes.

• Lead the financial planning cycle including Strategic Plan and Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
• Collaborate with business unit leaders to build comprehensive and achievable financial plans.
• Develop five-year balance sheet and cash flow projections to guide capital allocation.
• Conduct scenario analyses to evaluate various business outcomes and optimize capital structure.
• Analyze current and historical financial trends across revenue, bookings, cost of sales, expenses, and cash flow.
• Deliver gross and net margin analysis and ROI assessments for commercial programs, pricing and new business opportunities.
• Build financial models incorporating sales forecasts, product/channel mix, factory costs, exchange rates and pricing.
• Partner with department heads to construct accurate expense forecasts and provide insights into spending patterns.
• Present monthly and quarterly financial reports to the Executive Team, including variance analysis (Net Sales, EBITDA, GM, OPEX).
• Prepare materials for CEO, CFO and Board of Directors presentations.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing and Operations to develop reliable forecasts using backlog data, Salesforce inputs and manufacturing capacity.
• Identify risks and opportunities to improve forecast accuracy and business alignment.
• Support corporate development in evaluating M&A opportunities and integration processes.
• Create tools and models for Board-level presentations and post-integration performance tracking.
• Evaluate capital investment proposals and improve tools for ROI analysis and strategic decision-making.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is required.
• MBA or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or strategic business analysis.
• At least 5 years in a leadership or senior management role, ideally within a global manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience in a Private Equity backed organization or with M&A integration is a strong asset.
• CPA (CA or CMA) designation is required.
• Additional certifications (e.g., CFA) are considered an asset.
• Advanced financial modeling and scenario planning expertise.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, with experience presenting to executive leadership and boards.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Marketing, and Corporate Development teams.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., ERP, Salesforce, Excel, Power BI).
• FP&A experience in Manufacturing company.
• Exceptional Excel, Hyperion/Planful/One Stream or related application experience.
• High Level of Energy & Team Player.

SyBridge Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of any kind. We are committed to the attitude of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at SyBridge are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, National origin, veteran or disability status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

SyBridge encourages applicants of all ages.

This position will require prolonged computer use, sitting for periods of time, and walking in a manufacturing facility. In accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), SyBridge Technologies will provide accommodations when requested by the employee. When the employee becomes aware of any disabilities that would affect them from performing their duties, they will advise SyBridge Technologies if accommodation is required.