FP&A Manager, Commercial

California Dairies•Fresno, CA

40d

About The Position

The Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Commercial is a key senior resource within the FP&A department, responsible for driving company-wide budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support business unit profitability and operational decisions. This role collaborates closely with business unit leaders to develop financial strategies, monitor income and profitability, and initiate cost-saving measures. The Manager will enhance financial models, ensure consistency in reporting, and provide analytical support to control spending, analyze variances, and prepare periodic reports. This position also supports the Director of FP&A, Commercial in evaluating the financial implications of capital projects and new initiatives. The Manager of FP&A, Commercial supervises one direct report: Financial Analyst - Commercial.

Requirements

Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate financial insights into actionable business recommendations.
In-depth knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling principles.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Microsoft Dynamics and Power BI is a plus.
Ability to analyze complex financial data and deliver accurate results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Independent self-starter with strong teamwork skills, capable of producing high-quality deliverables under time constraints.
Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with all organizational levels, including Executive Leadership (ELT).
High level of confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information.
Strong organizational and time management skills, with flexibility to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
Proven ability to build relationships, manage conflicts, and embrace change.
Understanding of manufacturing costs, logistics, and sales dynamics is a plus.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, MBA or CPA preferred.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in a finance environment, including public accounting.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, dairy industry experience a plus.
Strong grasp of Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP).
Strong financial and business acumen with the ability to work independently.
English is required as the spoken and written language

Nice To Haves

MBA or CPA preferred.
dairy industry experience a plus.
experience with Microsoft Dynamics and Power BI is a plus.
Understanding of manufacturing costs, logistics, and sales dynamics is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation and coordination of the company-wide annual budget, partnering with business unit leaders to align financial goals with operational strategies.
Develop and maintain a rolling 12-month forecasting process, collaborating with business unit leaders, demand planning, and S&OP teams to ensure accurate revenue, margin, and production forecasts that maximize profitability.
Conduct month-end variance analysis comparing actuals to budget, forecast, and prior year, providing actionable insights to support business objectives.
Perform detailed financial and operational analytics, including trend analysis, product or channel profitability, and market growth linkage, to recommend cost-saving initiatives and profit improvement plans.
Support business unit leaders in identifying cost-saving opportunities and understanding the financial implications of new initiatives, challenging assumptions to optimize profitability.
Partner with the Directors of FP&A to conduct ROI analysis for capital projects and new product opportunities, ensuring alignment with company financial goals.
Maintain and enhance financial models to improve accuracy and efficiency, leveraging a deep understanding of business systems, processes, and accounting/reporting trends.
Document planning processes and procedures, develop training materials, and coordinate the planning calendar to ensure timely and accurate deliverables.
Support the integration of financial systems (e.g., D365) and contribute to cross-functional projects like SKU rationalization, ensuring adequate controls and timely execution.
Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis to support business unit and corporate decision-making.
Other duties as assigned.