Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

We are looking for a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to lead financial planning, reporting, and core accounting activities for our manufacturing operation in Forest Park, Ohio. This role combines hands-on ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis with oversight of daily accounting processes, compliance, and audit readiness. The ideal candidate brings strong business judgment, leadership experience, and the ability to translate financial results into practical guidance for both local leadership and corporate partners.

Responsibilities:

• Direct budgeting, rolling forecast, and reforecast activities to support short- and long-term business planning.
• Produce insightful variance reporting by comparing actual performance to budget and forecast, and explain key business drivers to leadership.
• Build and refine financial models that support pricing decisions, capital planning, and broader strategic evaluation.
• Track revenue, margins, operating costs, cash flow, and working capital trends to identify risks, opportunities, and performance gaps.
• Oversee accounting operations across receivables, payables, general ledger activity, and monthly and annual close cycles.
• Review financial entries, reconciliations, and reporting outputs to help ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely completion.
• Coordinate tax-related activities and support external advisors and auditors with required schedules, documentation, and responses.
• Strengthen internal controls and maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead, coach, and develop a small finance team while setting priorities and ensuring coverage during critical reporting periods.
• Partner with operational and corporate stakeholders to deliver financial insight, performance updates, and executive-level reporting packages.

If you are interested in this opportunity or other Direct Hire opportunities through Robert Half please call Carolyn Barnett at 513.810.3821

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated background in financial planning, modeling, and variance analysis within a business environment.
• Experience managing month-end close activities and overseeing core accounting processes such as AP, AR, and general ledger.
• Knowledge of tax compliance, audit coordination, and internal control practices.
• Proven ability to lead and develop team members in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to business leaders.
• Familiarity with tools and systems used for corporate financial planning, including Adaptive Insights, is preferred.