Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Emerson Electric Co; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Electric Co. in Cranberry Township, PA is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to lead the global FP&A team. You will drive budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, and executive-level decision support, transforming data into insights for strategic growth.

You will partner with finance, operations, and marketing to improve forecast accuracy, develop models, and present actionable recommendations to management. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting or relevant experience in lieu of education.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in financial planning & analysis, finance business partnering, financial analysis, or similar.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, modeling, variance analysis, and reporting.
• Detail-oriented with leadership experience and ability to manage teams, projects, or complex planning processes.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to present to all management levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Provide financial data and ad hoc analysis to management within Emerson.
• Partner with finance, operations, supply chain, R&D, marketing to improve forecast accuracy.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses for business decisions.
• Prepare executive-level reporting and presentations communicating insights and actions.
• Analyze monthly and quarterly performance highlighting drivers and impacts.
• Drive process improvements through standardization, automation, and BI tools.
• Lead and develop finance team members in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Financial planning & analysis

Finance business partnering

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial modeling

Leadership

Communication

US GAAP

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Hyperion Financial Management (HFM)

Excel

PowerPoint

PowerBI

Job description

If you are a FP\&A professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in ourCranberry Township, PA office, as the Financial Planning &\& Analysis Manager you will lead the Global Financial Planning &\& Analysis team in financial planning, forecasting, performance reporting, and decision support for the business unit. Working closely with a global team of cross-functional leaders, you will transform business performance data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making, drive operational excellence, and contribute to sustainable growth.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Provide financial data and ad hoc analysis to all levels of management within the business unit and Emerson.
• Partner with world area finance, operations, supply chain, R&D, marketing, and other cross-functional teams to improve forecast accuracy and identify risks and opportunities.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support informed business decisions.
• Prepare executive-level reporting and presentations that clearly communicate insights, business impacts, and recommended actions.
• Analyze and communicate monthly and quarterly business performance, highlighting key drivers and business impacts.
• Drive continuous improvement through process standardization, automation, and enhanced use of planning, ERP, and business intelligence tools.
• Lead and develop finance team members in a collaborative environment focused on accountability, process improvement, and knowledge sharing.
• Support new product development process by reviewing business cases and providing guidance to stakeholders.

Who You Are:

You transform financial information into business intelligence through analysis and integration of quantitative and qualitative information. You know how businesses work and how organizations make money. You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting or relevant experience in lieu of education.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, finance business partnering, financial analysis, or similar.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, management reporting, and business performance evaluation.
• Detail-oriented approach with strong leadership skills and experience leading teams, projects, or complex planning processes.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate professionally and concisely with all levels of management.
• Ability to travel up to 10% as needed.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Advanced business system knowledge, including Hyperion Financial Management (HFM), Excel, and PowerPoint; experience working with PowerBI is a plus.
• Familiarity with AI, automation, and advanced analytics concepts.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Learn more about our Culture & Values.

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