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Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager — Summary
The FP&A Manager is a key business partner responsible for driving financial planning, performance analysis, and decision support across the organization. This role partners closely with Accounting, Operations, Field Finance, and Executive Leadership to deliver accurate financial reporting, robust forecasting, and insightful analysis that supports strategic and operational decision-making.
The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in accounting and finance, deep experience with financial statements and 3-statement modeling, and the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights in a fast-paced environment.
This position is based in Fort Lauderdale with a hybrid schedule of 4 days in the office and 1 day remote.
Core Responsibilities
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis
• Build, maintain, and enhance integrated 3-statement financial models for forecasting, long-range planning, and scenario analysis
• Support valuation, ROI, and cost/benefit analyses for strategic initiatives and capital decisions
• Prepare executive-level dashboards, KPIs, presentations, and Board/management reporting
• Partner with Accounting to ensure alignment between financial reporting, planning, and close processes
• Serve as a trusted liaison between field/operations and corporate finance; act as a business advocate
• Leverage and continuously improve financial systems, data tools, and reporting processes
• Deliver ad-hoc analyses and insights that support leadership decision-making
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related analytical discipline (MBA, CPA, or CFA is a plus not required)
• 5 years progressive experience in Accounting, FP&A or Corporate Finance roles, with 2-3 years of performing Manager-level work for a corporate based, large public or private equity-owned company.
• Solid understanding of the P&L and accrual basis of Accounting.
• Strong understanding of Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, and their interactions
• Advanced financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with ERP, planning tools, BI platforms, and advanced Excel; dashboarding experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior leadership
• High integrity, self-motivated, and thrives in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment
What Success Looks Like
• Forecasts and analyses are accurate, timely, and trusted
• Leadership receives clear insights, not just numbers
• Financial models support confident, data-driven decisions
• Reporting and planning processes become more efficient and scalable
Exciting Benefits and Perks Await You:
Competitive compensation and 401k matching
Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
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