FP&A Manager, Expense

R. L. Polk Mobility LLC; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

R. L. Polk Mobility LLC in the United States is seeking an FP&A Manager to partner with leaders across finance and operations.

You will synthesize complex data to help reach profit targets, own the expense forecast with Sales and Product input, and advance budgeting, forecasting, and modeling tools. This role emphasizes automation, KPI development, and strategic decision support. The position is based in Southfield, MI or New York, with a hybrid schedule requiring in-office days.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of FP&A experience.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical abilities.
• Experience with CRM tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to drive profitability through expense and cost management.
• Own expense forecast and collaborate with Sales and Product leadership.
• Develop budgeting, forecasting, operating plan, and modeling tools.
• Perform margin analysis and provide recommendations to Leadership.
• Review vendor usage to reduce expense leakage.
• Develop and monitor KPIs with weekly/monthly reporting.
• Ad-hoc analyses to support strategic initiatives.
• Improve data quality for financial decision-making.

Skills

Advanced Excel & PowerPoint

Financial Modeling

Budgeting & Forecasting

Data Analysis

Critical Thinking

CRM Tools (Salesforce)

Communication Skills

Time Management

Presentation Skills

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

What you’ll do:

The FP&A Manager will partner with business leaders in and outside of the finance and accounting team. They will synthesize complex financial and operational data to assist the Organization in reaching and tracking Profit Targets, through assisting the Organization in making key decisions on Expense and Cost Management. They will be a key player in annual budgeting and monthly reforecasts and will assist with reaching operational targets. Own the Expense Forecast, working directly with Sales and Product leadership across the organization for information on Customer Needs and Product Roadmap Work with department and business units to understand the key drivers of their business and business requirements, and assist in tracking and influencing these drivers Manage Headcount for the Organization, providing key recommendations on staffing requests and performing analysis on capacity and business needs Provide continued development and improvement of Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Operating Plan and Modeling tools Perform Margin Analysis and provide recommendations to Leadership Review Vendor Usage for reduction of Expense Leakage Review Financial Processes and assist in implementing automation to improve Financial Operations, through AI/Automation Develop and monitor key performance indicators, highlighting trends and variance analysis, by creating simple and effective weekly and monthly reporting. Ad-Hoc Reporting and Analysis - Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives. Improve performance by evaluating processes to drive efficiencies and understand ROI in marketing programs, pricing, and new initiatives. Analyze large data sets, complex financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision making. Continually improve the quality of data and prioritize accuracy of inputs used in financial decision-making.

Who You Are

Degree in Accounting or Finance 5+ years' experience in Financial Planning and Analysis Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills Strong knowledge of financial reporting and accounting Robust financial modeling skills Ability to think critically; high level of problem-solving skills Experience with Sales Force or other CRM tools strongly preferred Excellent time management skills Ability to manage and analyze large data sets Strong attention to detail, without losing sight of the bigger picture Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills Initiative-taker, curious and inquisitive, with the mindset of pursuing continuous improvement

Where you will be

This position is based in our Southfield, MI or New York headquarters. We work a hybrid work schedule with a current minimum of two teamwide designated days in the office.

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. We work to a flexible schedule based on the company needs; generally, this is Monday through Friday, though holidays and weekend may be required.

Salary and Compensation

The anticipated base salary for this position will be $135K - $145K base salary plus bonus. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits.

Culture & Brand

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! It is the policy of Mobility to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Mobility will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Mobility delivers Essential Intelligence® that shapes decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. As part of our team, you’ll help solve complex challenges that equip businesses, governments and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape.