Manager of FP&A

Position Summary The Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) will lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and business analysis to support strategic decision-making across the organization. This role partners closely with executive leadership, accounting, operations, project finance, and other business teams to provide timely financial insights, improve reporting processes, and help drive profitable growth.

Key Responsibilities Lead the annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and long-range planning processes in partnership with department leaders and senior management.

Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, variance analyses, and management presentations that clearly communicate business performance, risks, and opportunities.

Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models supporting revenue, operating expenses, capital expenditures, cash flow, project economics, and strategic initiatives.

Analyze actual results against budget, forecast, and prior periods; identify key drivers of performance and recommend corrective actions or opportunities for improvement.

Partner with accounting to ensure accurate monthly close reporting, proper classification of financial results, and alignment between accounting records and management reporting.

Support executive leadership with ad hoc financial analysis, scenario modeling, board materials, investor materials, and strategic decision support.

Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, project finance, development, asset management, legal, and other teams to improve financial visibility and accountability.

Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and reporting enhancements to increase efficiency, consistency, and accuracy.

Monitor key performance indicators and business trends, providing insight into revenue growth, margin performance, cost controls, liquidity, and operating efficiency.

Manage, mentor, and develop FP&A team members, promoting a culture of analytical rigor, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, accounting, investment banking, project finance, or a related analytical finance role.

Strong financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and financial statement analysis skills.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with financial planning, ERP, BI, or reporting systems.

Solid understanding of GAAP, financial statements, cash flow forecasting, and management reporting principles.

Ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights and recommendations for senior leadership and business partners.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to finance and non-finance audiences.

Preferred Qualifications MBA, CPA, CFA, or other relevant professional certification.

Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, project finance, asset management, or a capital-intensive industry.

Experience supporting debt financing, investment committee materials, board reporting, or project-level financial analysis.

Familiarity with Power BI, Net Suite, One Stream, Adaptive Planning, Anaplan, or similar finance and reporting platforms.

Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or U.S. GAAP is preferred.

Experience working with databases and large datasets is a plus.

Prior experience managing analysts or leading cross-functional planning processes.

Key Competencies Strategic thinking and business partnership

Analytical problem-solving and financial rigor

Clear communication and executive presence

Process improvement mindset

High integrity, accountability, and confidentiality

Collaboration across finance and operating teams

Compensation and Benefits Compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and internal equity. The role may be eligible for company benefits, paid time off, retirement plan participation, and other programs in accordance with company policy.

Equal Opportunity Statement Standard Solar, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The company is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national…