Financial Planning Analysis Manager

ZipRecruiter; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting platform is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to support financial planning and reporting. This mid-senior level position offers significant upward mobility and involves direct interaction with executive leadership. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree and have a minimum of 7 years of experience in Finance or related fields. The role is based in Lancaster, PA, with a salary range of $90,000 – $110,000.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation assistance

Reimbursed interview travel

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Finance, Strategy, or Consulting required.
• Must have strong analytical and communication skills.
• MBA or CPA certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality financial reports.
• Analyze data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Monitor profitability and budget performance.
• Lead and support Monthly Business Reviews.
• Drive process improvement projects across finance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Enterprise financial systems

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title: Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
Location: Lancaster, PA (Onsite – office space available)

• Base Salary: $90,000 – $110,000

• Employment Type: Full-time

• Benefits: Comprehensive package

• Bonus Eligible: No

• Relocation Assistance: Possible for ideal candidate

• Interview Travel: Reimbursed

Position Overview

A mid-senior level opening for a Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis to support the Location Controller with financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and broader strategic initiatives. This role offers strong upward mobility and direct interaction with executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high-quality financial reports, graphs, and narratives

• Analyze data and provide strategic recommendations to senior management

• Monitor profitability, budget performance, and fiscal soundness

• Understand and improve location-specific financial drivers

• Review forecasts, identify deviations, and provide meaningful insights

• Lead and support Monthly Business Reviews

• Drive process improvement projects across finance functions

• Partner with internal stakeholders for ad hoc and ongoing analysis

• Lead initiatives to revamp financial systems such as pricing and standard costing

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting from an accredited institution

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Finance, Strategy, or Consulting

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (No visa sponsorship available)

Qualifications

• MBA or CPA certification

• Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, and enterprise financial systems

• Background in industrial manufacturing or similar sectors

• Ability to lead change and continuous improvement initiatives

• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior

• Management Experience: Not required

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree

• Willingness to Travel: Occasionally

• Security Clearance Required: No

Screening Questions

• Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting?

• Do you have at least 7 years of experience in Finance, Strategy, or Consulting?