What are the responsibilities and job description for the FP&A Manager position at Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc.?
About Hamilton Beach
Hamilton Beach Brands is a leading designer, marketer, and distributor of innovative household and commercial appliances trusted by consumers around the world. Founded in 1910 and headquartered in Glen Allen, Virginia, we develop and market a broad portfolio of products under well-known brands including Hamilton Beach®, Weston®, Lotus®, and Hamilton Beach Professional®.
In recognition of our long-standing commitment to quality and integrity, Hamilton Beach Brands was ranked #6 on Newsweek’s 2025 list of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies in the Appliances & Electronics category.
For more than a century, our products have helped simplify everyday life – from preparing meals and beverages at home to supporting foodservice professionals in restaurants, hotels, and commercial kitchens.
Our culture is guided by a shared set of values that shape how we work and make decisions every day: Customer Obsession, People, Good Thinking, Ethics, Passion for Quality, Embrace Change, Teamwork, and commitment to Our Environment and Community.
At Hamilton Beach Brands, we look for people who are collaborative, curious, and motivated to make meaningful impact.
About the Role
We are seeking an FP&A Manager to support key functions across the organization. This role serves as a strategic advisor, providing proactive financial insights, challenging assumptions, and helping drive informed business decisions.
This position plays an important role in supporting Hamilton Beach Brands’ continued growth, innovation, and operational excellence. The role collaborates closely with cross-functional partners and contributes to key business initiatives that support the company’s long-term strategy.
This is a hybrid position based in Glen Allen, VA and reports to the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as the primary finance partner to assigned business units, building strong relationships and acting as a trusted advisor to leadership.
- Own budgeting and forecasting processes, including operating expenses, capital planning, and headcount modeling.
- Lead variance analysis and proactively identify risks and opportunities, providing clear, actionable recommendations.
- Develop and maintain robust financial models to support scenario planning, investment decisions, and long-range strategic initiatives.
- Translate complex financial data into clear insights for both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
- Partner with Accounting during monthly and quarterly close to ensure accurate accruals, reporting alignment, and understanding of business drivers.
- Drive KPI development and performance tracking to support business performance and decision-making.
- Influence cost management and investment decisions by evaluating ROI and challenging assumptions.
- Prepare and present financial results, forecasts, and strategic insights to senior leadership with clarity and impact.
- Collaborate across FP&A and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and a holistic view of business performance.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field, required. MBA or CPA preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience in FP&A, Accounting, Cost Accounting, or a combination
- Strong financial modeling skills, including scenario modeling and data-driven decision support
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (modeling, pivot tables, complex formulas)
- Experience with financial planning and reporting tools (e.g., IBM Planning Analytics, Hyperion, Essbase, OneStream, SAP Analytics)
- Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Epicor, or similar platforms)
- Exposure to business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar data visualization platforms
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and business partnering skills, with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders.
What We Offer
Hamilton Beach Brands offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your well-being and long-term success. Our offerings include:
- Comprehensivemedical,dental, and vision coverage
- Company HSA contributions
- 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
- Profit sharing program
- Paid vacation, holidays, and a paid charitable day
- Summer hours to support work-life balance
- Employee discounts on Hamilton Beach products
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Our employees enjoy working in a tobacco-free and drug-free environment. We do not consider candidates who use tobacco products.
Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov.