We are seeking an experienced and strategic Manager, Financial Analyst to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, along with a solid background in financial analysis and management. This role involves overseeing a team of financial analysts, managing financial planning and analysis processes, and providing actionable insights to improve business performance and support decision-making at senior levels. Duties and Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of financial analysts to ensure high-quality performance and timely delivery of financial reports. Allocate tasks, provide coaching, and conduct performance evaluations for team members. Foster a collaborative and productive work environment within the team. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Oversee the preparation of financial forecasts, annual budgets, and long-term financial plans. Review and analyze financial results to provide insights and recommendations on performance, variances, and trends. Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting, budgeting, and valuation purposes. Strategic Financial Decision Support: Provide strategic financial insights to senior management and department heads to drive business decisions. Identify areas of financial improvement, cost-saving opportunities, and revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with financial goals and objectives. Reporting & Compliance: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including analysis of P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Ensure compliance with all internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. Present financial results and forecasts to senior management and stakeholders. Process Improvement: Evaluate and recommend improvements to existing financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes. Implement tools and systems to streamline and enhance financial analysis and reporting. Ad-hoc Analysis: Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses and special projects as needed to support business initiatives. Provide data-driven insights to guide critical decisions related to investments, acquisitions, or operational changes. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CFA is a plus. At least 5-7 years of experience in financial analysis, with at least 2 years in a management or leadership role. Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software (SAP, Oracle, Hyperion). Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders. Experience with financial reporting and analysis within a corporate or fast-paced environment. Preferred Skills: Prior experience in financial planning and analysis within Food & Beverage industry and/or other related industries. Familiarity with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) is a plus. Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance standards. Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities. Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and precision. Strategic thinker with the ability to interpret financial data in a business context. Strong leadership abilities with a focus on team development and growth. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact with senior leadership and external stakeholders. Show more Show less