Summary:

The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager is responsible for providing insightful and actionable data and analysis. The function is responsible for coordinating the company’s budget and forecasting processes. This position will partner with Vice Presidents of Sales, Marketing, Innovation, Operations, and Agriculture to develop accurate projections of revenue, cost of sales, and operating expenses, monitor trends and performance of same, and to make recommendations for improvement where appropriate. The FP&A Manager will directly manage two financial analysts and indirectly manage a team of analysts embedded in their respective line functions.

Responsibilities:

• Provision of insightful financial analysis to various business partners. This may include pricing analysis, cost analysis, and other business level reviews
• Coordinate the company’s budget and forecasting processes
• Present results to senior management and Board of Directors
• Provide analytical support to the Sales Vice President regarding pricing, distribution, and promotion issues
• Interact with Agriculture and Operations personnel to understand cost and inventory issues. Appropriately reflect the quantity and cost of inventory and products
• Assist the Controller with annual financial audits as appropriate
• Perform product line and customer gross margin Analysis
• Ensure compliance of company policies within all local, state, and federal regulations including, but not limited to, OSHA regulations and wage and hour laws
• Conduct annual performance assessments. Coach and develop staff by providing an environment that encourages innovation and professional development
• Draft and administer development plans and provide development opportunities
• Adheres to safety programs in order to provide a safe and clean workplace for fellow employees within the regulations of all OSHA local, state and federal regulations
• Performs other assignments from time to time as requested by the Chief Financial Officer to achieve department and company business goals

Required Skills and Experience:

• CPG experience
• 5 years of experience in financial management with increasing responsibilities, including financial reporting, analysis, and related financial functions.
• 3 years of supervisory experience managing a multi-person team across varying financial functions
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• 3 years’ experience with a full function ERP system, such as Microsoft Dynamics Navision
• Thorough knowledge of US GAAP
• Familiarity with consumer products sales structures, manufacturing, logistics, and inventory management