Manager, Corporate FP&A (34583)

Cec Companies; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CEC Companies in Irving, TX seeks a Manager of Corporate FP&A to lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic analysis. You will develop models, provide insights to senior leadership, and drive financial discipline across the organization.

Collaborate with executives and business units to deliver timely reporting, identify risks, and implement FP&A best practices. This role requires 8–10 years of finance experience with MBA or CPA/CFA preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration required.
• MBA or CPA/CFA designation preferred.
• 8–10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in FP&A or corporate finance leadership.

Responsibilities

• Supports and drives company-wide financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting with accuracy and timeliness.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support short- and long-term planning and capital allocation.
• Provide monthly/quarterly/annual performance reporting, analyze variances, and identify risks and opportunities.
• Partner with business unit leaders to deliver actionable insights and improve decision-making.
• Prepare financial presentations for senior leadership, board meetings, and external stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement of forecasting tools, models, and processes.
• Lead development of KPIs and dashboards to monitor financial and operational health.
• Collaborate with accounting and operations to ensure reporting accuracy and transparency.
• Support M&A analysis, investment evaluations, and other strategic projects.

Skills

Advanced financial modeling

Excel proficiency

Variance analysis

Strategic partnering

Communication skills

Financial reporting

KPIs & dashboards

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business Admin

MBA or CPA/CFA preferred

Tools

Hyperion

Adaptive Insights

Anaplan

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: CEC Corporate Headquarters - Irving, TX 75061

Position Type: Full Time

Travel Percentage: None

Job Category: Finance

Position Summary

The Manager of Corporate FP&A will be responsible for supporting the company’s financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, as well as providing strategic insights through analysis of financial and operational data. This role partners with senior leadership and business unit leaders to support decision-making, evaluate business performance, and drive financial discipline across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial analysis, corporate strategy, and process improvement, with proven experience in developing and implementing FP&A best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports & drives the company-wide financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with strategic goals.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support short- and long-term planning, capital allocation, and strategic initiatives.
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reporting, analyzing variances and identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with business unit leaders to deliver actionable insights, improve decision-making, and ensure accountability to financial targets.
• Prepare financial presentations, reports, and analysis for senior leadership, board meetings, and external stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement of forecasting tools, models, and processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead the development of key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to monitor financial and operational health.
• Collaborate with accounting and operations teams to ensure consistency, accuracy, and transparency in reporting.
• Support M&A analysis, investment evaluations, and other strategic projects as needed.
• Stay current on industry benchmarks, financial trends, and best practices to ensure FP&A capabilities remain competitive and aligned with company growth.
• Performs other duties as needed to support projects, operations, and the department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration required; MBA or CPA/CFA designation preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in FP&A or corporate finance leadership roles.
• Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and variance analysis.
• Experience in construction, engineering, or related industries preferred but not required.
• Proven track record of partnering with senior executives to influence strategy and outcomes.

Skills & Abilities

• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills, with strong proficiency in Excel and financial planning systems.
• Deep understanding of corporate finance principles, including capital allocation, ROI analysis, and performance measurement.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-financial stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing materials for executive and board-level presentations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, reporting tools, and financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, or similar).
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically while executing tactically.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This job operates in a clerical office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Requires mobility within an office environment. Regularly required to talk and hear. Effectively communicate with others both written and orally, including using the telephone.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The employee may be required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and bend.

May be required to stoop, kneel, and crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Possess good hearing, normal or corrected.

The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The employee may be required to climb stairs.

Must be able to work 8 hours a day, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required and night or weekend shifts, as needed.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CEC Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to attracting and retaining the best-qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.