FP& A Director

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced FP& A Director to join a manufacturing organization in Asbury, New Jersey on a Long-term Contract basis. This role partners closely with the Chief Financial Officer to guide budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning while delivering insight that supports executive decision-making. The position is well suited for a finance leader who thrives in a hands-on environment and can help strengthen planning processes within a complex manufacturing business.

• Partner with the Chief Financial Officer to shape the annual operating budget, periodic forecasts, and multi-year financial plans.
• Build and refine financial models that evaluate performance, support strategic initiatives, and improve visibility into business trends.
• Analyze operating and financial results, identify key variances, and present actionable recommendations to leadership.
• Lead planning activities for a manufacturing environment, incorporating production drivers, cost structures, and margin considerations into financial projections.
• Prepare clear reporting packages and business insights for senior stakeholders to support informed decision-making.
• Support finance-related work tied to corporate growth initiatives, including planning and analysis connected to acquisitions or business integration efforts.
• Help improve forecasting accuracy, reporting consistency, and overall FP& A processes across the organization.
• Contribute expertise with financial systems and reporting tools, including preferred exposure to platforms such as Process Pro, One Stream, or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis leadership, including ownership of budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Background in a manufacturing setting with strong understanding of cost drivers, operational metrics, and financial performance indicators.
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills with the ability to translate data into practical business recommendations.
• Experience working closely with executive leadership and communicating financial insights to senior decision-makers.
• Strong command of variance analysis, performance reporting, and long-range planning methodologies.
• Familiarity with Process Pro is preferred.
• Exposure to One Stream or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in an on-site environment in Asbury, New Jersey, with a schedule that transitions to partial remote flexibility over time.