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Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
Location
Ohio
Posted
1 day ago
Salary
$125K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
.Kreate
• Support and execute the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes. • Perform variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast/prior year) and communicate key drivers. • Develop and maintain financial models to support operational planning and business initiatives. • Partner with plant leadership to analyze manufacturing performance, including labor, material usage, scrap, and overhead absorption. • Monitor key performance indicators and provide insights to improve cost control and profitability. • Assist in preparation of monthly financial reporting packages for leadership review. • Support capital expenditure analysis and return-on-investment evaluations. • Collaborate cross-functionally to gather financial and operational data. • Identify opportunities for process improvements within financial reporting and forecasting.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a private equity-backed environment.
- High Excel proficiency is a must.
- Strong proficiency in financial modeling and analysis techniques.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- MBA or relevant professional certification (CFA, CPA) is a plus.
- Experience with financial software and ERP systems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
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