A rapidly evolving manufacturing organization is seeking an FP&A Manager to lead financial planning and analysis efforts supporting two plant operations and a growing finance team.
This is a highly strategic and hands-on role responsible for building structure, developing budgeting and forecasting processes, supporting costing analysis, and helping leadership drive operational and financial decision-making across the organization.
The ideal candidate has strong manufacturing finance experience, understands standard costing, enjoys building processes from the ground up, and can mentor and develop a growing team.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and analysis initiatives across multiple plant locations
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Manage and mentor a team including Cost Accountants and Financial Analysts
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Develop and improve FP&A structure, reporting, and analytical processes
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Partner closely with operations, plant leadership, and executive management on strategic initiatives
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Support product costing analysis including materials, labor, margin, and profitability modeling
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Analyze operational and financial performance trends and provide actionable business insights
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Assist with development of KPIs, dashboards, forecasting tools, and financial reporting packages
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Support ERP and systems transition initiatives as needed
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Drive process improvements and help establish scalable finance infrastructure
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required
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7+ years of progressive FP&A, finance, or cost accounting experience within manufacturing environments
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2+ years of supervisory or management experience required
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Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and standard costing
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Manufacturing and plant finance experience required
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Advanced Excel and spreadsheet modeling skills required
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Experience working with ERP systems such as Sage, Dynamics/Navision, or similar platforms preferred
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Experience supporting ERP systems and evolving finance infrastructures preferred
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Strong communication, leadership, and business partnership skills
Environment:
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Fully onsite role based in Santa Ana, CA
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Company has experienced significant operational transformation and growth
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Opportunity to build processes and make meaningful impact
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Collaborative leadership team focused on modernization and scalability
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