Manager, FP&A

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Valvoline has a rewarding opportunity as a Manager of Operations FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis). In this role, you will support the operations division from a financial analysis perspective. This role drives budgeting and forecasting processes and partners with senior management to support operational decision‑making and performance improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and operations, with strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

• Financial Planning and Analysis
• Develop and manage budgets and forecasts for the operations division, ensuring alignment with company goals and financial targets.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support operational planning and decision‑making.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct variance analysis to understand deviations from budget and forecast and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and implement processes to track and improve operational efficiency and financial performance.
• Reporting
• Prepare regular financial reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting key metrics and financial performance.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for the operations division.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting and analysis.
• Provide ad‑hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed.
• Process Improvement
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of financial planning and analysis activities.
• Implement best practices and tools to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A function.
• Strategic Partnership
• Collaborate with various departments to support long‑term strategic planning and decision‑making.
• Partner with senior operations leadership to provide financial insights and recommendations.
• Support strategic initiatives by providing financial analysis and business case development.
• Team Leadership:
• Lead and develop a team of finance analysts.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (MBA or relevant advanced degree is preferred)
• Minimum of five years of experience in finance, with a focus on FP&A, preferably within an operations (retail) context
• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Experience in managing and developing a team
• Proficiency in financial modeling and use of financial software and data tools (e.g., Excel, SAP/S4, SAC, SQL Tableau, Python, Power
  
  BI)
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior management and stakeholders
• Strong business acumen and understanding of operational processes and metrics

• Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
• HSA and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k)
• Incentive opportunity*
• Life insurance
• Short and long‑term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement*
• Adoption assistance*

* In addition to your salary, you are eligible for the Valvoline Incentive Plan (VIP) with a target of x% of eligible base salary earnings. The VIP is based upon Valvoline Inc. financial performance and provides a payout opportunity on an annual fiscal year basis (October 1 through September 30) and will be pro‑rated from date of hire.

* Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on position.

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