Interim Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Vaco; Winston-Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) plan

Job summary

Vaco is seeking an Interim FP&A Manager for a hybrid role in Kernersville, NC. This leadership position focuses on short and long-range financial planning, forecasting, and modeling to support executive decision making during a transition.

You will lead monthly/quarterly cycles, develop robust financial models, and provide insightful variance analyses and reporting, partnering with senior leaders to drive strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• BS in Finance, Accounting, or related field required.
• 6-10+ years of FP&A, forecasting, and modeling experience.
• Strong financial modeling and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience partnering with senior leaders and translating data into insights.
• Proficiency with ERP and FP&A/forecasting tools.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Prior interim, consulting, or transformation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead FP&A processes including monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles.
• Build and enhance financial models for budgets and headcount.
• Deliver variance analysis and communicate insights to leadership.
• Partner with execs to provide financial scenario analysis.
• Develop management reports, dashboards, and KPI analyses.
• Improve FP&A tools, processes, and data accuracy.
• Support ad hoc analyses and board materials.
• Collaborate with accounting to align results with forecasts.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial forecasting

Financial modeling

Business partnering

ERP systems

Education

BS in Finance, Accounting

Tools

ERP/FP&A tools

Job description

Role: Interim FP&AManagerHybrid

Hybrid onsite: Kernersville, NC | Hourly Pay Rate: $60-70/hr

As Interim FP & M Manager, you will serve as a key finance leader responsible for driving short term and long range financial planning, forecasting, and financial modeling activities during a period of transition. This role requires strong analytical expertise, business partnership skills, and the ability to quickly assess, stabilize, and enhance planning and reporting processes while supporting executive decision making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and reforecasting processes, including monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles
• Build, maintain, and enhance financial models supporting budgeting, operating plans, headcount planning, and strategic initiatives
• Prepare and deliver variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast); investigate key drivers and communicate insights to leadership
• Partner closely with executive leadership and operational stakeholders to provide financial insight and scenario analysis to support decision making
• Develop and present management reporting packages, dashboards, and KPI analyses with clear, actionable commentary
• Evaluate trends, risks, and opportunities impacting revenue, margins, expenses, and cash flow
• Improve FP&A processes, tools, and reporting cadence; streamline workflows and enhance data accuracy and transparency
• Support ad hoc financial analyses, board support materials, and special projects as needed
• Collaborate with accounting to ensure alignment between actual results, forecasts, and financial assumptions
• Assist with system optimization or transitions related to planning tools, ERPs, or reporting platforms

Qualifications

• BS in Finance, Accounting, or related field required
• 6-10+ years of experience in financial planning, forecasting, and modeling roles
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills; advanced Excel required
• Experience partnering with senior leaders and translating financial data into business insights
• Proficiency with ERP and FP&A/forecasting tools
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills
• Prior interim, consulting, or transformation experience preferred

Benefits & Compensation

• Hourly Pay Rate: $60-70/hr
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company 401(k) retirement plan

Equal Opportunity Employment

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

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