Sr Manager, Finance - FP&A

Rise Baking Company•Minneapolis, MN

7h•$156,000 - $170,000

About The Position

The Senior Manager, FP&A, leads the financial planning and analysis function, providing strategic financial insights, managing budgeting and SG&A expense management, and supporting senior management decision-making. The role works closely with departments to help meet financial goals, identify cost savings, and improve processes and efficiency. The successful candidate brings experience supporting a food manufacturing company, a strong appreciation for data integrity and financial processes, and a proactive approach to operational excellence and reliable analysis that supports growth and profitability. The role reports to the Director of Finance and is a key member of the Corporate FP&A team. Responsibilities include financial analysis and reporting; leading annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans; overseeing SG&A budgeting and cost management; preparing executive and board-level reporting; and supporting the Corporate FP&A team and continual improvement of its processes, tools, and methods.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field.
7–10 years of FP&A experience involving financial analysis, management reporting, and budgeting and forecasting.
Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis tools such as Excel, ERP systems, and BI tools.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects, handle multiple priorities, and work under tight deadlines.
Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
Strategic thinking focused on long-term business objectives.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Self-starter focused on improving processes.
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
High level of integrity and ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

MBA or relevant advanced degree.
CPA, CFA, or equivalent professional certification.
Experience supporting a food manufacturing company.

Responsibilities

Analyze monthly financial results, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to senior management.
Prepare detailed financial reports, including variance analysis and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Identify and implement process improvements to streamline financial processes and increase efficiency.
Build and maintain financial models behind strategic initiatives; improve data integrity, automate recurring reporting, and tighten close-to-forecast workflows.
Lead development of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives and business planning.
Provide accurate and timely income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow forecasts to inform decision-making.
Oversee the SG&A budgeting process and ensure alignment with strategic goals and business priorities.
Work with department heads to track expenditures, optimize resource allocation, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Ensure financial controls and processes are in place to monitor and manage costs effectively.
Act as a key liaison between finance and other departments to support clear communication and alignment on financial and FP&A goals.
Create executive-level presentation materials communicating financial results and strategic recommendations to senior management, the board of directors, and other stakeholders.
Work with Corporate FP&A team members to enable team deliverables.
Foster a collaborative, results-driven work environment and ensure the team delivers high-quality work on time.
Drive continuous improvement in FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies.