Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Motiv is a leading manufacturer of medium duty, zero-emission electric trucks and buses. Motiv produces a range of vehicles; including step vans, shuttle buses, box trucks, and work trucks, all of which eliminate tailpipe CO2 emissions and particulate matter, while offering drivers and passengers a more comfortable, healthier, and safer ride. Motiv's combination of operational cost savings and environmental performance helps customers meet increasingly stringent emissions and pollution standards as well as achieve their own Net-Zero, ESG, or other climate impact-related pledges and commitments.

The Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis will play a critical role in delivering financial insights that inform strategic decisions across the organization. This position will lead budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, long-range planning, and key financial modeling efforts. The ideal candidate combines strong technical acumen, business savvy, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Job Duties / Job Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage the company-wide annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, partnering with department heads across Operations, R&D, Engineering, Sales, and Corporate functions.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic planning, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages for executive leadership and the Board of Directors, including variance analysis and KPI dashboards.
• Provide actionable insights on revenue, margins, cash flow, and operating expenses to drive profitability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Accounting to ensure accurate and timely financial closes and alignment between actuals and forecasts.
• Support investor relations and SEC reporting teams with data and analysis relevant to earnings calls and public disclosures.
• Conduct market and competitive analysis to benchmark performance and inform pricing, investment, and capital allocation decisions.
• Continuously improve FP&A tools, systems, and processes to increase efficiency and transparency.
• Mentor and develop junior analysts, fostering a culture of analytical excellence and continuous improvement.

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