Finance Manager

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager (FP&A) to lead a team responsible for financial planning, reporting, forecasting, business analytics, and process improvement. This position provides day-to-day leadership to Finance professionals while ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting business performance, and driving operational excellence. The Finance Manager partners closely with Accounting, Operations, IT, and Business Leaders to improve financial processes, enhance reporting capabilities, and support strategic business decisions. The successful candidate combines strong technical FP&A expertise with proven people leadership, operational planning, and continuous process improvement.

• Develop and manage monthly operational plans, reporting calendars, and team priorities.

• Lead efforts to improve and streamline reporting through Business Intelligence (BI) and AI tools.

• Support business unit reporting, performance tracking, forecasting, budgeting, and ongoing financial analysis.

• Build and maintain dashboards and analytical tools using Power BI, Oracle, and Excel.

• Ensure data accuracy through validation, reconciliation, and adherence to financial controls.

• Partner with Finance, Accounting, IT, and Operations to improve reporting processes and data flow.

• Identify automation opportunities and implement process improvements that increase efficiency.

• Recommend enhancements to finance policies, procedures, and reporting standards.

• Monitor departmental costs and support resource planning and budget management.

• Manage monthly accruals, forecasting updates, and month-end close activities.

• Lead cross-functional financial initiatives, coordination with stakeholders to ensure timely execution and delivery.

• Analyze financial and operational performance, communicate key variances, risks, and opportunities.

• Present financial insights and recommendations to Finance leadership and business partners.

• Develop tools and tracking models to improve visibility and accountability for capital projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.

• 8-10+ years of progressive Finance and FP&A experience.

• 2-4 years of experience supervising or leading Finance professionals.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.

• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, NetSuite, SAP, or similar.

• Experience with Power BI or other Business Intelligence platforms.

• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, resolve operational issues, and implement process improvements.

• Collaborative leadership style with experience partnering across multiple business functions.

Nextracker offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextracker’s benefits please view our company website at www.nextracker.com.

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position is $150,000 - $160,000.

At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.

Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.