FP&A Manager

Family Dollar; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Dollar in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a senior FP&A leader to oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning in partnership with senior leadership. You will lead a team driving performance through detailed financial modelling, variance analysis, and strategic recommendations.

You will build models for long-term initiatives, provide financial perspectives to shape strategy, and monitor cross-functional performance to drive profitability in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant FP&A experience, preferably in retail or consumer goods.
• Strong communication skills, including group presentations.
• Ability to lead teams or complex financial projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter with multi-priority management; fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, databases, and financial software.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting & rolling forecast processes with department leaders.
• Ensure alignment of financial plans with objectives and report variances.
• Develop financial models for long-term strategic initiatives and investments.
• Prepare insightful reports with variance analysis and scenario modeling.
• Present data-driven recommendations to senior leadership.
• Track performance and identify risks/opportunities to improve profitability.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing FP&A team.

Skills

Budgeting & Forecasting

Financial Analysis & Reporting

Strategic Planning Support

Performance Monitoring

Leadership / Team Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Databases / Financial software

IBM Planning Analytics (TM1)

Job description

In this role, you will be a key strategic partner in overseeing the company’s financial planning and analysis activities, providing forecasts, budgeting, and financial insights to senior leadership. You will lead a team responsible for driving performance through detailed financial modelling, variance analysis, and strategic recommendations. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, has strong analytical skills, and enjoys partnering with different business functions to achieve financial objectives.

• Budgeting & Forecasting:
• Lead the annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes in partnership with department leaders.
• Ensure alignment of financial plans with company objectives and provide timely updates on performance against plan.
• Identify and communicate key variances, trends, and actionable opportunities.
• Financial Analysis & Reporting:
• Manage the preparation and delivery of insightful financial reports, including variance analysis, trend evaluation, and scenario modeling.
• Present clear, data-driven recommendations to senior leadership to support decision-making.
• Strategic Planning Support:
• Partner with executive leadership to develop financial models for long-term strategic initiatives, including market expansion, new product introductions, and capital investments.
• Provide financial perspectives that help shape and refine business strategies.
• Performance Monitoring:
• Track and evaluate financial and operational performance across the organization.
• Identify emerging risks and opportunities, offering solutions to drive profitability and operational improvements.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing FP&A team.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, professional development, and collaboration.

Minimum Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in retail or consumer goods industries
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including group presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams or complex financial projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities; well-organized and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, databases, and other financial software applications

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS in Finance, etc.)
• CPA or other financial certification
• Experience with IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) or similar financial planning tools
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles

Projected Salary Range: $111,000-$125,000

Family Dollar is an equal opportunity employer and committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We are committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.