Financial Planning Manager

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Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Leader Job Description

• - Lead, mentor, and support the ongoing development of the Financial Planning & Analysis team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.
• - Partner closely with regional, operational, and executive leadership to provide financial insight that supports stronger and more informed business decisions.
• - Analyze financial and operational performance to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• - Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes while continuously improving accuracy and effectiveness.
• - Develop, refine, and maintain key performance indicators and performance metrics that give leadership greater visibility into business performance.
• - Perform scenario, what-if, and financial impact analyses for potential business changes, strategic initiatives, and new opportunities.
• - Translate financial analysis into practical, actionable plans in partnership with operational leadership.
• - Track progress against business initiatives, financial goals, scorecards, and key performance measures, and communicate results to leadership.
• - Lead special financial and operational analysis projects based on evolving business needs and priorities.
• - Identify and execute opportunities to streamline reporting, FP&A processes, and broader business planning activities.
• - Build strong working relationships across multiple levels of the organization and act as a trusted financial partner to leadership.
• - Ensure financial reporting, analysis, and business insights are delivered accurately, clearly, and on time.
• - Work with external business partners and manufacturers to analyze and track incentive, marketing, and financial programs.
• - Collaborate across departments to solve problems, improve processes, and support overall business objectives.
• - Take on additional financial projects and strategic initiatives as needed to support the organizations goals.

• - Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• - 8+ years of relevant experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or a related area.
• - Strong understanding of accounting principles and core financial concepts.
• - Proven experience with financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and operational analysis.
• - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• - Strong analytical mindset with the ability to dive into detailed data while maintaining a clear view of the broader business picture.
• - Ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable recommendations for non-financial stakeholders.
• - Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a track record of taking initiative to drive improvements.
• - Ability to work independently while also leading projects and collaborating effectively across teams.
• - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build credibility and relationships with Senior and operational leadership.
• - Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• - High level of organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• - Ability to travel up to 30%.
• - Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

• - Experience serving as a strategic partner to regional, operational, and executive leaders.
• - Background in developing and refining KPIs and performance scorecards.
• - Experience leading special projects and strategic financial initiatives.
• - Comfort working in a dynamic environment with evolving business needs.

The role operates in a professional, collaborative office environment with a standard schedule of approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The team embraces flexibility for personal commitments, such as leaving early for family events, as long as responsibilities are met. The culture emphasizes strong relationships, frequent team interaction, and a supportive atmosphere, including regular team lunches, happy hours, and a rotating weekly breakfast tradition.

The position offers one flexible work-from-home day per week, while the majority of work occurs on-site. Travel of up to 30% may be required to support business needs and partnership activities.

This is a Permanent position based out of Fargo, ND.

The pay range for this position is $105000.00 - $135000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many…