Finance Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Upbound Group Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Upbound Group, Inc. is seeking a Finance Manager, FP&A to lead planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis across the company. This role partners with executives to drive performance and accountability, shaping liquidity planning and capital allocation.

The ideal candidate has advanced modeling skills, extensive FP&A experience, and strong Excel proficiency. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and clear communication with senior leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or related field required.
• MBA, CPA, CFA or other advanced certification preferred.
• 5-8+ years of FP&A or related analytical finance experience.
• Advanced modeling skills including integrated three-statement modeling.
• Expert-level Excel and experience with planning systems and BI tools.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, forecasting, and KPIs.
• Ability to translate analyses into actionable business recommendations.
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven, ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning processes: annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, monthly outlooks.
• Build and maintain integrated three-statement financial models to support forecasting and liquidity planning.
• Develop driver-based forecasts and perform scenario and risk analyses.
• Analyze results, identify drivers, and provide recommendations to improve performance.
• Support long-range planning, business cases, investments, and capital allocation.
• Partner with operations, marketing, technology, product, and accounting to inform decisions.
• Prepare executive presentations, board materials, and financial analyses.

Skills

Advanced financial modeling

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Scenario & risk analysis

Strategic thinking

Business partnership

Data-driven decision making

Leadership communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business

MBA / CPA / CFA preferred

Tools

Planning systems

Business intelligence tools

Large data set analysis

Job description

Finance Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Who We Are

At Upbound Group, we are committed to elevating financial opportunity for all through innovative, inclusive, and technology-driven financial solutions that address the evolving needs and aspirations of consumers. The Company’s customer-facing operating units include industry-leading brands such as Rent‑A‑Center and Acima that facilitate consumer transactions across a wide range of store‑based and digital retail channels, including over 2,400 company-branded retail units across the United States, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. Upbound Group, Inc. is headquartered in Plano, Texas.

Position Summary

The Finance Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is a key member of the finance organization responsible for driving financial planning, forecasting, strategic analysis, and business performance management across the company. This role combines strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities with the ability to influence business decisions and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.

The ideal candidate is highly analytical, intellectually curious, and possesses advanced financial modeling skills, including integrated three-statement modeling. This individual will partner closely with executive leadership and business teams to evaluate performance, identify risks and opportunities, support strategic initiatives, and drive accountability across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Strategic Analysis

• Lead the development and execution of the company's financial planning processes, including annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, monthly outlooks, and long-range strategic planning.
• Build, maintain, and enhance integrated three-statement financial models (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement) to support forecasting, liquidity planning, capital allocation, strategic initiatives, and executive decision‑making.
• Develop driver-based forecasting models to improve visibility into business trends and future performance.
• Conduct scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis, and risk assessments to evaluate potential business outcomes and recommend actions.
• Analyze financial and operating results, identify key drivers of performance, and provide actionable recommendations to improve results.
• Support long-range planning, strategic initiatives, business cases, investments, and capital allocation decisions.
• Partner with business leaders to evaluate opportunities, assess risks, and improve financial performance.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Coordinate and manage the annual budgeting process across all functional areas.
• Lead quarterly forecasting and monthly reforecasting activities while ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Monitor actual performance against budgets and forecasts, identify variances, and communicate insights and recommendations to business leaders.
• Establish reporting frameworks and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor business performance.
• Drive continuous improvements in forecasting accuracy, planning processes, and financial reporting capabilities.

Business Partnership & Executive Support

• Serve as a trusted financial advisor to leaders across the organization by proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and performance drivers.
• Collaborate closely with operations, marketing, technology, product, accounting, and corporate functions to support decision-making and strategic objectives.
• Prepare executive‑level presentations, board materials, and financial analyses that translate complex financial concepts into clear business insights.
• Present financial results, forecasts, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Process Improvement & Financial Leadership

• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting capabilities, automation, and analytical tools.
• Drive best practices in financial planning, modeling, and performance management.
• Champion a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and data‑driven decision‑making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field required.
• MBA, CPA, CFA, or other relevant advanced certification preferred.
• 5-8+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, investment banking, consulting, or other highly analytical financial roles.
• Advanced financial modeling skills, including integrated three-statement modeling, operational forecasting, scenario analysis, and valuation techniques.
• Expert‑level Excel proficiency required; experience with planning systems, business intelligence tools, and large data sets preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, cash flow management, forecasting methodologies, and business performance metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex analyses into actionable business recommendations.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Self‑starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Highly analytical problem solver with strong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong executive presence with excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build relationships and effectively partner with finance, accounting, and business leaders across the organization.

Sponsorship

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Upbound Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring all employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.