Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (Hybrid)

Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Location: Holmdel, NJ area

Hybrid: 2 days remote

Salary: Up to $148K plus bonus

Benefits: Generous PTO, highly subsidized healthcare, and a well-funded 401(k)

Our client is seeking a finance professional to lead forecasting, budgeting, and business analysis across regulated and commercial operations. This role partners with senior management to deliver strategic insights, optimize financial performance, and support enterprise-wide planning initiatives. The Manager will serve as a key business partner, translating complex financial data into actionable recommendations and executive-level reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage advanced financial and economic models to support strategic decision-making
• Lead medium- and long-term financial planning, including sensitivity and scenario analysis
• Partner with business leaders to provide financial guidance and strategic recommendations
• Evaluate business performance and transactions in the context of market conditions
• Deliver insights and narrative reporting to support executive management and operational teams
• Conduct comparative performance studies and develop forecast models
• Identify trends, cost efficiencies, and opportunities to improve financial performance
• Provide creative alternatives and recommendations to enhance profitability and growth
• Manage and mentor a team to deliver high-quality financial and business analyses

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or related field (MBA/CPA preferred)
• 10+ years of finance experience, including FP&A leadership responsibilities
• Expert-level financial modeling and data analytics skills
• Ability to think strategically and present complex data in a clear, compelling manner
• Proven ability to manage teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Experience with financial systems, automation tools, and process improvement initiatives

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