Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
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Description: Department : Finance
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular
FLSA Classification: Salaried, Exempt
Reports To: CFO
Travel Requirements: 0%
Work Location: Onsite – Vital Place (Green Bay, Wisconsin)
Role Summary:
The Director of Financial Planning and Analysis will lead strategic financial planning, budgeting, and analysis; overseeing the creation of annual operating and long-range plans; and providing financial guidance to executive leadership with data-driven insights.
Role Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Financial Modeling & Forecasting
Build, maintain, and enhance complex financial models to forecast revenue, costs, and profitability.
Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to evaluate potential business outcomes and inform planning.
Support long-term strategic and operational decision-making through robust financial modeling.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Prepare and analyze financial reports, dashboards, and executive presentations for senior leadership.
Translate complex data into clear insights and actionable recommendations to drive financial performance.
Track, analyze, and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess company health and identify emerging trends.
Budgeting & Planning
Lead the development of the annual operating plan and rolling forecasts.
Collaborate with department leaders to align budgets with strategic goals and financial targets.
Monitor budget performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
Strategic Business Support
Provide financial analysis and guidance to support business initiatives, investments, and process improvements.
Evaluate strategic options and transactions to ensure financial soundness.
Process Improvement & Systems Optimization
Drive continuous improvement of financial tools, models, and reporting systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Strengthen internal controls and standardize financial processes across departments.
Identify opportunities for automation and best practice adoption in financial planning and reporting.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and other departments to gather insights, validate assumptions, and deliver integrated financial perspectives.
Foster strong business relationships that promote accountability and transparency in financial performance.
Requirements: Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited university.
Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in a similar role within a manufacturing organization (required) CPG experience (preferred).
CPG, food, meat and/or process industry experience (preferred).
Working knowledge of Epicor software and/or Domo (preferred).
Skills and Abilities:
A successful Director of Financial Planning and Analysis will:
Deliver concise, data-driven insights through clear reports and executive presentations
Summarize large data sets, interpret trends, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
Build productive partnerships across functions and levels to achieve shared financial goals.
Understand P&L drivers, balance sheet dynamics, and cash flow management.
Proficient in Microsoft excel, ERP systems and BI platforms.
Physical Requirements:
This position is in a standard, office environment. The office does allow pets so one must be comfortable with pets. The physical demands must be met with or without accommodation for an employee to be successful in performing their essential job functions of this role. This role must have the ability to sit for extended periods, often while working at a computer. Frequent hand-eye coordination is necessary for typing, using a mouse, and operating standard office equipment. Fine motor skills are required to perform detailed work accurately and efficiently. The role also involves regular communication, requiring clear speech, hearing, and visual acuity for reading data and reports on screens and in print. Occasional walking, standing, and light lifting (up to 10 pounds) may be needed.
- Location:
- Green Bay
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Finance And Insurance