Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Our Next Energy; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Next Energy in Novi, Michigan is seeking a financial planning and analysis professional to drive the annual budgeting and long-range planning processes. The candidate will develop and maintain financial models while preparing key performance reports to support data-driven operational decisions.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree and strong analytical and communication skills, capable of influencing stakeholders across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher is required.
• Strong financial modeling and forecasting skills are preferred.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting and long-range planning.
• Develop and improve financial models.
• Prepare financial performance reports.
• Analyze financial results and key metrics.
• Provide business case analysis for new initiatives.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor’s degree or better

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the annual budgeting and long‑range planning processes in collaboration with executive leadership
• Develop, maintain, and improve financial models and forecasting tools
• Prepare and deliver monthly and quarterly financial performance reports, including variance analysis, KPIs, and dashboards
• Partner with business units and department heads to provide financial guidance and support operational decision‑making
• Analyze financial results, trends, and key performance metrics to identify risks and opportunities
• Support cash flow forecasting, scenario modeling, and capital planning
• Provide business case analysis for new initiatives, investments, and projects
• Ensure timely, accurate, and consistent financial reporting and data integrity
• Drive process improvements and best practices in FP&A and reporting
• Manage and mentor a small team of analysts (if applicable)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education required: Bachelor’s or better
• Experience preferred: strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills; strong communication and presentation skills; ability to influence stakeholders at all levels; experience in a corporate finance environment, preferably within [insert industry, e.g., manufacturing, technology, energy storage, etc.]; proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

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