The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager is a vital business role, responsible for taking an integrated approach to the planning, analysis and reporting of financial performance. The FP&A Manager has ownership of the budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning activities that drive optimization of resources, utilization of capital and ensure financial targets are met.
Specifically, the FP&A Manager is responsible for developing and coordinating companywide budgets, creating timely and accurate reports on financial results and trends, formulating recommendations for improvement, performing in-depth analyses on opportunities for growth and profitability, and managing the day-to-day operations of the finance department. Through these efforts, a strong FP&A Manager can provide invaluable insight into the financial health of an organization – enabling senior management to make informed decisions that have a real impact.