The Finance Manager, FP&A at American Furniture Rental is a strategic business partner responsible for leading financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and business analysis activities across the organization. This role provides financial insights that support executive decision-making, operational performance, and long-term business growth. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, business acumen, leadership capabilities, and approximately 15 years of progressive finance experience, including significant FP&A responsibility
The ideal candidate is a seasoned finance professional with 15+ years of increasing responsibility who can move seamlessly between strategic planning, executive-level financial analysis, operational support, and team leadership while driving business performance and organizational growth.
Financial Reporting & Performance Management
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Create executive-ready financial reports, dashboards, and presentations that summarize findings clearly and concisely.
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Responsible for month-end and year-end close activities in partnership with Accounting.
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Perform variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior-year results, identifying key drivers and improvement opportunities.
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Monitor KPIs, liquidity, exposure, and performance trends; develop dashboards and reports that support proactive decision-making.
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Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial data used for planning, reporting, and management review.
Financial Planning & Analysis
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Lead annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, long-range planning, and variance analysis to support business performance and resource allocation.
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Develop and maintain financial models for strategic initiatives, investments, capital allocation, and business cases.
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Analyze financial results, cash flow, profitability, valuation movement, risks, and opportunities; provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
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Partner with department leaders to build budgets, monitor spending, and improve financial performance.
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Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reporting packages that clearly communicate performance trends and key drivers.
Business Partnership
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Serve as a trusted finance partner to executive, operations, and accounting leaders by providing insight, analysis, and decision support.
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Evaluate operational initiatives, capital expenditures, growth opportunities, and strategic plans through scenario modeling and sensitivity analysis.
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Prepare and present executive and Board-level reporting materials that translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights.
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Partner with Operations Finance and Corporate Accounting on balance sheet, free cash flow, working capital, capital planning, and U.S. GAAP compliance.
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Lead, mentor, and develop finance and accounting team members while establishing accountability, structure, and best practices.
Process Improvement & Leadership
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Identify and implement process improvements that enhance financial planning, reporting, and forecasting efficiency.
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Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, tools, and analytical methodologies.
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Mentor and develop finance staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
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Lead special projects, including acquisitions, integrations, system implementations, and strategic initiatives.
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Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
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Minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible finance experience, including substantial FP&A leadership experience.
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Proven experience leading budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and strategic planning processes.
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Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and business operations.
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Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and financial modeling tools.
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Experience with ERP systems and financial planning software.
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Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with senior leaders across the organization.
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Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Strong project management and organizational abilities.
