Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

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Atlanta, GA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Automotive • Energy • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Leads budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, market analysis, financial modeling, and strategic investment evaluations. Partners with manufacturing-site FP&A teams to align KPIs and reporting, advises senior leadership on business performance, and supports CapEx analysis, scenario planning, M&A due diligence, valuation, quality of earnings reviews, and integration planning.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager is responsible for leading financial planning, forecasting, and analysis activities, providing insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and financial performance.


    • Planning & Forecasting
      • Support the annual corporate budget process and the preparation of financial forecasts and long-range strategic plans.
      • Partner with regional FP&A teams across manufacturing sites to align KPIs, targets, and reporting methodologies.
    • Performance Analysis & Insights
    • Analyze monthly business and financial performance against budget, forecast, and KPIs, identifying key variance drivers and trends.
    • Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership, including corrective actions where necessary.
    • Prepare financial reporting and presentations for executive leadership and key stakeholders.
    • Market Analysis
    • Monitor and analyze key end markets, including EV/automotive, energy and grid infrastructure, and industrial applications, and translate demand trends into their impact on volume, product mix, revenue, and margin.
    • Prepare quarterly copper pricing reports, analyzing market trends and their impact on business performance.
    • Investment & Strategic Analysis
    • Review and challenge CapEx proposals using DCF, NPV/IRR, and payback analysis to assess investment justification and alignment with business strategy.
    • Develop dynamic financial models and scenario analyses, partnering with cross-functional teams to evaluate new projects, strategic initiatives, and cost-saving opportunities.
    • Support M&A activities in partnership with corporate development and executive leadership through financial modeling, due diligence, valuation, Quality of Earnings review, and post-transaction integration planning.
    Education & Experience Requirements
    • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required.
    • Master's degree (MBA or related discipline) preferred.
    • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a global FP&A environment.
    • Experience supporting a manufacturing organization required.
    • Strong knowledge of financial planning and analysis tools and systems.
    • Technical expertise in U.S. GAAP and IFRS reporting standards.
    • Proven ability to develop complex financial models and summarize large data sets into actionable insights.

    Skills and Abilities Required

    • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
    • Experience developing and delivering executive-level presentations.
    • Demonstrated experience supporting FP&A initiatives related to mergers and acquisitions.
    • Korean language fluency preferred.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
  • Master's degree, MBA, or related discipline
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a global FP&A environment
  • Experience supporting a manufacturing organization
  • Strong knowledge of financial planning and analysis tools and systems
  • Technical expertise in U.S. GAAP and IFRS reporting standards
  • Experience developing complex financial models and summarizing large data sets into actionable insights
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Experience developing and delivering executive-level presentations
  • Experience supporting FP&A initiatives related to mergers and acquisitions
  • Korean language fluency
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The Company
HQ: Atlanta, GA
2,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1930

What We Do

Essex Solutions is a leading global provider of magnet wire used by major OEMs and industry leaders in the automotive, energy, industrial, and commercial and residential sectors. The company leverages vertically integrated capabilities in R&D, rod production, and enamels to support hybrid and electric mobility, grid infrastructure, and industrial automation, helping manufacturers innovate and accelerate time to market for future technologies.

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