Strategic FP&A Lead for Manufacturing

The Coca-Cola Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coca-Cola Company in Atlanta is seeking a Manager Principal Financial Analyst to lead advanced financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting across the finance organization. You will collaborate with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to drive profitability and improve decision-making.

You will develop financial models, oversee month-end close activities, and present insights to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in financial planning, accounting, or financial analysis.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and variance analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems such as SAP.
• Experience working in manufacturing, supply chain, or operations finance environments preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence business partners and leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, coordination, analysis of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Analyze operating results, manufacturing costs, sales volume, inventory movements, overhead absorption, and capital expenditures to identify trends, risks, and business opportunities.
• Prepare and present monthly financial performance reports and management presentations with actionable insights and recommendations.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare accounting entries and reconcile balance sheet accounts in compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Evaluate and monitor risks and opportunities impacting financial performance and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain financial models, forecasting tools, dashboards, and analytical reports to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Partner with operational and commercial teams to improve financial processes, cost management, productivity, and profitability.
• Support inventory accounting, inventory reconciliations, write-offs, and product costing analysis.
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing required financial documentation and supporting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and corporate governance standards.
• Participate in special projects, ad-hoc analysis, and strategic business initiatives as requested by leadership.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

GAAP knowledge

Excel

SAP

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication & presentation

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics or related field

Tools

Power BI

Job description

The Coca-Cola Company in Atlanta is seeking a Manager Principal Financial Analyst to lead advanced financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting across the finance organization. You will collaborate with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to drive profitability and improve decision-making.

You will develop financial models, oversee month-end close activities, and present insights to leadership.