Direct Hire: Manager of FP&A - East 57th Street Partners

Job Title: Manager of FP&A
Client: PE-Backed, High-Growth Company
Location: Austin, Texas Metro Area
Work Schedule: 3 Days On-Site, 2 Days Remote
Compensation: $135,000 - $155,000 base salary plus performance-based bonus

About East 57th Street Partners

East 57th Street Partners is a top-tier management consulting firm specializing in executive search and strategic advisory services. We work with private equity-backed, high-growth companies to place financial leaders who drive business performance and operational efficiency.

Position Overview

Our client, a rapidly growing PE-backed company in the Austin, Texas Metro Area, is seeking a Manager of FP&A to lead the financial planning and analysis function. The Manager of FP&A will be responsible for overseeing the budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling processes, delivering actionable insights that support strategic decision-making. The role is critical to aligning the company’s financial goals with its growth strategy. The candidate will work on-site 3 days a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function, including managing budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling activities.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership to support business decision-making and strategic planning.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models to assess business performance, identify trends, and support long-term financial planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between financial plans and operational goals.
• Monitor and report on key financial metrics, delivering variance analysis and identifying opportunities for improvement and cost optimization.
• Lead monthly and quarterly financial reviews, presenting insights to executive leadership and private equity stakeholders.
• Support capital allocation decisions by conducting scenario analysis, ROI assessments, and investment prioritization.
• Assist in M&A activities, including financial due diligence, integration planning, and post-acquisition financial modeling.
• Continuously improve FP&A processes and reporting systems to enhance forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Manager of FP&A or in a senior financial analyst role, preferably in a PE-backed or high-growth environment.
• Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Strong ability to provide financial insights that support executive-level decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Experience with M&A and related financial analysis is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and influence senior leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary ranging from $135,000 to $155,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Performance-based bonus tied to company financial performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan options.