Manager of FP&A

Soni Resources Group; Belmar (NJ); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Professional development and tuition

Wellness programs and EAP

Job summary

Soni Resources Group is seeking a Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning in a hybrid Monmouth County setting. You will translate financial data into actionable insights for senior leadership and partner across departments to improve planning processes.

The role emphasizes advanced financial modeling, scenario analysis, and proactive financial guidance to optimize performance and strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• CPA, MBA, or master’s degree in a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive FP&A experience, corporate finance, accounting, or related discipline.
• Experience with financial transformation, reporting automation, or process improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial statements, management reporting, and business performance drivers.
• Advanced financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to senior leadership and non-finance stakeholders.
• Strong business-partnering skills across departments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and lead cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, periodic forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.
• Oversee monthly financial reporting and variance analysis for leadership.
• Manage operating expense planning and monitoring with department partners.
• Oversee headcount and workforce planning, including labor expense forecasts.
• Develop financial models, scenario analyses, and business cases for strategic initiatives.
• Evaluate financial performance, investments, and initiatives via profitability analysis and cost analysis.
• Partner with senior leadership to challenge assumptions and provide actionable recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve FP&A processes through automation and better reporting.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and ensure timely planning deliverables.

Skills

Budgeting & Forecasting

Financial Modeling

Financial Analysis

Communication to leadership

Cross-functional partnering

Education

CPA or MBA or related master

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics

Tools

Reporting automation

Financial systems

Job description

Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Location: Monmouth County, NJ
Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Soni is partnered with a well-established organization in Monmouth County is seeking a Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial analysis. This individual will play a key role in supporting business strategy by translating financial and operational data into actionable insights for senior leadership.

The ideal candidate is a strong financial and analytical professional who can go beyond reporting numbers to explain business performance, identify trends, evaluate risks and opportunities, and provide recommendations that support strategic decision-making. This role will partner closely with leaders across the organization while driving improvements to financial planning, reporting, and forecasting processes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead annual budgeting, periodic forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes across the organization.
• Oversee monthly financial reporting and variance analysis, communicating key performance drivers, trends, risks, and opportunities to leadership.
• Manage operating expense planning and monitoring, partnering with department leaders to evaluate spending and improve financial performance.
• Oversee headcount and workforce planning, including staffing assumptions and labor expense forecasts.
• Develop financial models, scenario analyses, and business cases to support strategic initiatives and operational decisions.
• Evaluate financial performance, investments, and business initiatives through profitability analysis, financial modeling, and cost analysis.
• Partner with senior leadership and department heads to challenge assumptions, assess alternatives, and provide actionable financial recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve FP&A processes through automation, enhanced reporting, data quality, and more efficient planning practices.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and ensure accountability for planning deliverables and reporting deadlines.

Qualifications:

• CPA, MBA, or master’s degree in a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, accounting, or a related discipline.
• Experience with financial transformation, reporting automation, or process improvement initiatives.
• ???????Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial statements, management reporting, and business performance drivers.
• Advanced financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to senior leadership and non-finance stakeholders.
• Strong business-partnering skills with the ability to influence decisions and collaborate across departments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, lead cross-functional projects, and drive process improvements.

Eligibility for an annual incentive bonus.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources.

Compensation: $125,000–$150,000 base salary + annual bonus

This is an opportunity to join an established organization in a visible finance leadership role, partnering with senior stakeholders and helping shape financial strategy, business performance, and planning processes.

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