FP&A Manager META

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As the FP&A Manager, you will be responsible for leading financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting activities across the META region. You will provide the analytical foundation for a business unit being built from the ground up, partnering closely with regional leadership to translate strategic objectives into actionable financial plans and insights. This role offers a unique opportunity to help establish financial processes, governance, and decision‑making frameworks during a critical growth and integration phase.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasting cycles, and long-range financial planning for the META region.
• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate business performance, investment opportunities, and growth scenarios.
• Consolidate and analyze regional financial results, identifying key drivers, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

Business Partnering & Decision Support

• Act as a trusted finance partner to regional leadership, Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain teams.
• Provide financial evaluation and recommendations for business initiatives, pricing actions, and investment proposals.
• Support the development of the regional operating model, including cost center structures and financial alignment.

Reporting & Systems

• Own monthly management reporting, executive dashboards, and KPI tracking across the region.
• Drive effective utilization of financial planning and consolidation systems, including SAP and One Stream.
• Continuously improve reporting processes, tools, and templates to enhance efficiency and data quality.

Governance & Controls

• Support compliance with Clarios financial policies, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Monitor budget adherence and proactively identify financial risks and opportunities.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of financial governance frameworks as new legal entities are established within the region.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• MBA, CPA, CFA, or a comparable professional qualification is an advantage.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Controlling, or a related finance function.
• Experience in a multinational, manufacturing, industrial, or automotive environment is preferred.
• Exposure to regional start‑ups, business integration projects, or greenfield operations is considered a strong advantage.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical capabilities.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP, consolidation, and business intelligence tools such as SAP, One Stream, and Power BI.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Fluent English language skills.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 25% regional travel.

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