Manager Financial Planning & Analysis

Carpenter Technology • Reading, PA

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About The Position

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. Job Summary Lead the administration, optimization, and continuous improvement of Hyperion Financial Systems for the Specialty Alloys Operations (SAO) business unit. Partner with business leaders to drive financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and performance analysis that supports strategic decision-making and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Ten or more years of Finance or Accounting experience required.
• Possess advanced computer spreadsheet skills

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree desirable.
• Knowledge of Hyperion software is strongly preferred
• Possess the ability to solve unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business
• Strong financial planning, forecasting, and analytical capabilities.
• Experience partnering with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful business insights and recommendations.
• Advanced financial modeling, reporting, and presentation skills.
• A continuous improvement mindset with an interest in leveraging technology and data tools to drive business performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial planning process for the SAO business unit, including monthly forecasts, annual operating plans, and long-range strategic plans.
• Provide senior leadership with analytical tools and insights to establish goals, evaluate performance, and support business decisions.
• Partner with Commercial Finance to develop direct contribution forecasts and performance analyses.
• Collaborate with Plant Controllers and the Fixed Cost team to forecast and analyze variable and fixed costs.
• Coordinate with cross-functional partners, including Planning, Procurement, and Corporate Accounting, to ensure accurate forecasting inputs and alignment across the organization.
• Prepare and present financial plans, forecasts, and business performance analyses to senior management.
• Develop financial models and business case analyses to support strategic initiatives and growth opportunities.
• Provide monthly pre-close updates to Corporate Office and mid-quarter business updates to SAO leadership as needed.
• Maintain, enhance, and distribute the Day 5 Closing Package to the SAO Finance team.
• Develop executive-level presentations for business reviews, board meetings, and senior leadership discussions.
• Analyze and communicate monthly financial results, identifying key profitability drivers and business performance trends.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations by highlighting trends, implications, risks, opportunities, and strategic considerations.
• Monitor operational performance and proactively communicate areas of financial risk and opportunity.
• Track and report progress against all SAO bonus metrics, providing visibility and decision support to senior leadership when balancing competing business priorities.
• Research, prepare, and deliver ad hoc financial analyses and reporting requested by senior leadership, including data-driven recommendations.
• Lead process improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to leverage data analytics and AI-powered tools, including Microsoft Copilot, to improve efficiency and insight generation.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on forecast accuracy, reporting simplification, and business process optimization.
• Perform miscellaneous accounting responsibilities as part of the monthly financial close process and support accurate, timely financial reporting.

Benefits

• life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager