Head of Financial Planning and Analysis

Job Overview

A Global Manufacturing Company is looking to hire a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead the finance function for the organization. This hands‑on leadership role will set and execute strategy one day and build reports and perform financial analysis the next. It offers high exposure and involves working closely with senior leadership, private‑equity sponsors, sales, and operations to execute on the following:

• Build enhanced reporting and analysis for business performance, KPIs, and business drivers
• Lead the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting process
• Perform scenario and "what‑if" analysis to guide business decision‑making
• Prepare detailed reporting and analysis for senior leadership and private‑equity sponsor monthly
• Create financial models, detailed reports, and financial analysis to provide meaningful insights into business drivers and business results
• Identify ways to improve processes and create efficiencies across the finance function
• Utilize SAP and Power BI to streamline data collection, reporting, and analysis processes
• Train, mentor, and lead a small finance team

• BS in Accounting or Finance; MBA a plus
• 10+ years of progressive FP&A experience
• Manufacturing industry background required
• Experience working for a small to mid‑market company required
• Prior experience dealing with private‑equity ownership strongly preferred
• SAP knowledge required
• Strong communication and presentation skills

Up to 40% travel required

• Seniority level:
  Director
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Finance and Accounting/Auditing
• Industries:
  Medical Equipment Manufacturing and Packaging and Containers Manufacturing