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

Job Title: Manager of FP&A
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina Metro Area
Work Schedule: 5 Days On-Site
Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 base salary plus performance-based bonus

About East 57th Street Partners
East 57th Street Partners is a premier management consulting firm specializing in executive search and strategic advisory services. We partner with high-growth companies to place financial leaders who drive business performance and strategic success.

Position Overview
Our client, a growing company in the Charlotte Metro Area, is seeking a Manager of FP&A to lead the financial planning and analysis function. The Manager of FP&A will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling processes while providing critical insights to support executive decision-making. This role is essential for aligning financial strategies with the company’s overall objectives. The candidate will work on-site 5 days a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function, including managing budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Develop and maintain detailed financial models to support strategic decision-making and assess business performance.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership to guide financial strategy and operational decisions.
• Analyze financial performance, identify key trends, and offer actionable insights to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between financial goals and operational objectives.
• Manage the capital allocation process, conducting scenario analysis and assessing ROI on key investments.
• Lead monthly and quarterly financial reviews, presenting financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership.
• 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.
• Expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Strong experience providing strategic financial insights to support executive-level decision-making.
• Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate 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 $130,000 to $150,000 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.