Financial Planning And Analysis Manager
This role is responsible for leading key financial planning and analysis (FP&A) processes for World Headquarters (WHQ), including annual planning, forecasting, performance analysis, and global headcount management. The position partners closely with Controllership, HR, and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate consolidation, insightful reporting, and continuous process improvement. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for operational excellence.
Key responsibilities include :
- Leading and managing the annual planning process, offering guidance and support to WHQ FP&A teams and WHQ business functions to ensure seamless execution.
- Managing global employee headcount reporting and forecasting, partnering with HR and regional teams to ensure accurate workforce planning and alignment with financial targets.
- Owning the end-to-end global management fee calculation and allocation process, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and alignment with internal policies and intercompany agreements.
- Managing / overlooking all WHQ departmental budgets.
- Driving global FP&A process improvement initiatives, including developing a robust business planning platform to enhance operations.
- Leading the monthly financial close and forecast processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with corporate timelines.
- Driving operational and financial performance insights through variance analysis, reporting, and commentary.
- Partnering with business units and corporate teams to support strategic planning, budgeting, and decision-making.
- Collaborating closely with Controllership and all departments to ensure accurate consolidation of financial results and alignment on key assumptions.
- Supporting executive-level reporting and presentations by translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.
- Managing ad hoc analysis and special projects to support evolving business needs and leadership priorities. Supporting remaining Uplift Initiatives and new Blackline system needs.
Education : Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field. Master of Business Administration (MBA) preferred.
Experience : 7-10 years of relevant experience in a similar environment or in a planning / consultant role.
Qualifications :
Demonstrated superior organizational and analytical abilities to manage and optimize processes effectively.Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including proficiency in delivering engaging presentations.Deep knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, to support complex data analysis and presentation.Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in all deliverables.Sharp problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to adapt and enhance existing methods, driving continuous improvement.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a global, team-oriented environment.Proven ability to work effectively at all company levels, including regular engagement with senior management to facilitate impactful communication.Skill in influencing decisions by advocating for new concepts and approaches that enhance business processes.Capability to address complex issues with solutions that consider operational processes, revenue generation, and human capital management.This role does not require extensive knowledge of cultural or regulatory landscapes.