Sr Manager Business Planning

HP•Spring, TX

1d•$147,050 - $230,850

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Planning leader to join the Technology and Innovation Organization team. The role supports strategic decision-making and financial performance through financial planning, analysis, and forecasting. The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, using analytical skills, financial principles, complex financial models, and strategic initiatives. The role provides thought leadership on complex, time-sensitive business requests and works across functions to promote clarity, accuracy, and consistency. It prepares reports and dashboards for senior management; manages recurring reporting, forecasting, and decision deliverables; develops budgets, forecasts, and financial models; and analyzes results, risks, opportunities, and performance variances. The position also improves planning processes and leads and develops a high-performing, inclusive team. HP offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance; disability coverage; an employee assistance program; a flexible spending account; life insurance; paid parental leave; paid holidays; and flexible vacation and sick leave. The annual pay range is $147,050 to $230,850 USD for candidates in the United States, with additional opportunities for bonus and/or equity. Pay varies by work location and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in a management role and in financial analysis, planning, or related roles.
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex financial data and draw actionable insights.
Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting techniques.
Advanced Excel skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
Detail-oriented, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong business acumen and understanding of key drivers of financial performance.
Proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable to change.
Knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting, financial modeling and reporting, ad-hoc analysis, process improvement, risk management, and data visualization.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or professional certification, such as CFA or CPA.
Experience in a technology or high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

Provide thought leadership and drive highly complex, time-sensitive requests from the business and partners, working across functions and teams to promote clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
Prepare and distribute regular financial reports and dashboards to senior management, providing insights into financial metrics and trends.
Manage weekly, monthly, and quarterly deliverables related to financial reporting, forecasting, and choice points.
Analyze financial data, including revenue, expenses, and profitability, and provide insights and recommendations to senior management.
Develop annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts with business units, Finance, and stakeholders, aligning them with strategic goals and objectives.
Develop and maintain complex financial models for decision-making, scenario planning, and investment analysis.
Monitor actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts, investigate variances, and identify performance drivers.
Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects by providing analytical support and insights to cross-functional teams.
Identify and assess financial risks and opportunities, and develop strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
Identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial planning and analysis processes using technology and best practices.
Collaborate with Finance, HR, Operations, and other cross-functional teams to align financial goals and objectives.
Foster a high-performing and inclusive team by setting clear goals, coaching managers and senior individual contributors, supporting professional growth, and leading change initiatives.
Ensure appropriate allocation of resources, tools, and capabilities to enable team success.