Strategic Financial Planning & Analytics Manager

Principal, Strategic FP&AThe Principal will be a full-time permanent consultant helping to grow our Strategic FP&A practice. The Principal will support our clients, private equity backed portfolio companies, by implementing strategic FP&A initiatives. The Principal will facilitate proactive decision making through forecasting models and drive value with data and analytics during times of transaction and transition.

We are seeking an individual with a strong background in data and analytics and a solid foundation in finance and accounting.Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:Manage resources (both internal and external) and the planning, execution and transition of FP&A deliverables to achieve project goalsDevelop core financial and operational reporting and strategic analysis in supporting decision-making for our fast-growing private equity backed companiesDesign and implement reporting and forecasting models and analyses to instill ongoing performance management capabilitiesCommunicate and interface with key stakeholders including both company management (including C-suite) and private equity deal and operational teams to actively plan, manage, and execute on engagementsSupport the development and deployment of actionable plans to achieve set expectations, and communicate results consistently to key stakeholders and the Project DirectorTake ownership of functional work, which could include but is not limited to:Budgeting / forecastingFinancial and operational reportingProfitability analysisDeveloping business processesData managementWith the support and guidance from the Project Director, proactively identify and communicate any areas of potential risk and obstacles to success, along with appropriate mitigation plans and communicationPreferred Qualifications:6-10 years of experience in either consulting/advisory with a focus on finance strategy and operations, analytics, technology or performance improvement OR corporate FP&A/financial analyst, preferably with a middle-market private equity backed companyIntermediate knowledge of BI Tools or Data AnalyticsStrong working knowledge of finance / accounting concepts such as financial statement mechanicsDemonstrated ability to present and support finance concepts to drive analysis and decisions (e.g., financial statement analysis, financial ratio application, and budgeting / forecasting)Advanced proficiency in ExcelStrong business acumen and verbal / written communicationMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree required5 years of experience in related field3 years of supervisory experienceMust have and preserve required licensesAbility to manage all aspects of client engagementsDemonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externallyProficient use of applicable technologyMust be able to travel based on client and business needs