Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

LanceSoft, Inc.; Columbus (IN); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Lancesoft is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager for our Columbus, IN facility. This hybrid role focuses on strategic FP&A, forecasting, and governance, with a team of three analysts and opportunities to influence profitability and reporting systems.

Responsibilities include leading forecast cycles, driving cost optimization, and mentoring the analysts to build a high-performing finance function, while ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting for senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Requires 7+ years of progressive FP&A and forecasting experience.
• Supervisory experience leading a small team of analysts.
• Experience in manufacturing finance and cost management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly/quarterly consolidated actuals reporting with variance analysis.
• Manage quarterly forecast cycles and annual operating plan.
• Drive strategic financial planning and cost optimization initiatives.
• Coach and develop a team of analysts to improve performance and accountability.
• Ensure compliance and governance in financial processes and reporting.

Skills

Business partnering

Communication

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA / CMA / CA certification

Tools

NorthStar

Job description

Title:Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Duration:12 Months (with possible of extension)

Pay Rate: $60-$64.90/hr. on W2

Hybrid schedule, Monday through Friday.

Interview Process:

• Initial 30-minute Zoom interview with the hiring manager.
• Selected candidates may be invited for a second-round onsite interview.

Additional Opportunity:

• While this engagement is being hired as a contingent position, there may be potential for future full-time employment based on business needs and individual performance.

Job Summary

• We are looking for a talented Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to join our team specializing in Finance for our facility in Columbus, IN.
• In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
• Drive Strategic Financial Planning - By leading the development of accurate forecasts and budgets, you'll enable informed decision-making that supports the organization's long-term goals.
• Enhance Financial Transparency - Your analysis and interpretation of financial data will provide leadership with clear insights into performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Influence Business Outcomes - Through proactive partnership with management, you'll help identify areas for cost optimization and revenue growth, directly impacting profitability.
• Lead High-Value Projects - Designing and managing strategic financial analysis initiatives will support critical business transformations and competitive positioning.
• Optimize Financial Systems - Ensuring effective utilization of financial tools will improve accuracy, efficiency, and reliability of reporting across the organization.
• Develop Future Talent - By coaching and mentoring financial analysts, you'll build a strong, capable team that drives excellence and innovation in financial management.
• Strengthen Compliance and Governance - Your oversight of financial processes will ensure adherence to corporate policies and regulatory requirements, reducing risk exposure.
• Shape Organizational Strategy - Your insights and recommendations will influence key decisions, helping the business adapt to market changes and achieve sustainable growth.

To be successful in this role, you will need the following:

• Strong Business Partnering Skills - Build trusted relationships with stakeholders, understand business priorities, and influence decisions by providing actionable financial insights.
• Effective Communication - Deliver clear, tailored messages across multiple formats to ensure alignment and understanding among diverse audiences.
• Leadership and Team Management - Direct, delegate, and remove obstacles for your team while coaching and mentoring analysts to develop their skills and drive performance.
• Analytical and Problem-solving Ability - Navigate complexity and ambiguity by interpreting financial data, identifying trends, and providing solutions that mitigate risk and capitalize
  on opportunities.
• Results-Driven Mindset - Maintain focus on achieving objectives under challenging circumstances, ensuring financial plans and forecasts align with organizational goals.
• Process Optimization and Compliance - Utilize financial systems effectively, streamline workflows, and ensure adherence to regulatory and organizational standards for accurate reporting and forecasting.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

• College, university, or equivalent degree in Finance, Accounting or related field required. Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, Chartered Accountant or similar certification required.

Experience:

• Significant experience required, including supervisory experience.

Additional Information:

Reporting & Analysis

• Lead monthly and quarterly consolidated actuals reporting and variance analysis, delivering clear, actionable insights to senior leadership during forums such as Supply Chain Operations Reviews and Power Gen IO meetings.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity by investigating variances, identifying root causes, and driving corrective actions in partnership with cross functional teams.
• Oversee key reporting deliverables, including T Chart, PSBU tariff reporting, headcount reporting, and month end revenue estimation.

Forecasting & Planning

• Manage quarterly forecast cycles and monthly V&O processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and supply chain priorities.
• Analyze trends, risks, and opportunities to improve forecast accuracy, enhance visibility, and optimize spend.
• Collaborate with Plant Finance, Purchasing, Strategy, Transformation, and Central PFR teams to deliver AOP and simulation aligned with global supply chain strategies.
• Lead annual cost guidance and AOP cost roll for Line of Business.

Leadership & Process and AI Excellence

• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of three Financial Analysts, fostering capability growth, accountability, and high performance.
• Drive PFR functional excellence across people, processes, and tools (e.g. NorthStar) to enable accurate, and timely reporting that supports informed decision making.
• Champion AI initiatives to advance Supply Chain Finance capabilities, improve efficiency, and enable insight driven decision making.

Additional Notes / Manager's Ideal Candidate:

• The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field, along with 7+ years of progressive financial planning, forecasting, and reporting experience within a manufacturing environment. Prior supervisory experience is required, including leading and developing teams with responsibility for managing approximately 3 to 5 direct reports.
• Candidates should have strong business partnering experience, with the ability to collaborate across departments and provide financial insights that support operational and strategic business decisions. Experience leading or supporting AI-driven process improvement initiatives, automation projects, or other continuous improvement efforts is highly
  preferred.
• The successful candidate will be a quick learner who can quickly adapt to new processes and business needs, demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.