Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

We are looking for an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to lead financial planning activities and provide decision support for a division in Fontana, California. This role partners closely with leadership to translate financial and operational data into actionable insight, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support strategic priorities. The position also contributes to accounting oversight, performance visibility, and process improvements across the finance function.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the monthly forecasting cycle and coordinate the annual budget process to support short- and long-term business objectives.
• Develop and maintain financial models that evaluate multiple business scenarios and help leadership assess potential outcomes.
• Prepare recurring forecasts and performance updates that identify key risks, growth opportunities, and operational trends.
• Analyze variances between actual results and plans, then communicate the drivers behind performance changes in a clear and timely manner.
• Create executive-ready dashboards and reporting packages that summarize financial results and support leadership decision-making.
• Perform detailed reviews of profitability, product-level costs, margin movement, cash flow impact, and capital deployment opportunities.
• Provide backup support for accounting leadership to help maintain continuity across core finance and reporting activities.
• Oversee accurate month-end and year-end financial reporting while ensuring adherence to corporate policies, internal controls, and compliance standards.
• Identify and implement improvements to accounting and reporting processes to increase efficiency, strengthen accuracy, and enhance financial control.
• 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a related finance leadership role.
• Strong expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to build financial models and perform scenario-based analysis for business planning.
• Experience using financial planning tools such as Adaptive Insights or comparable systems.
• Solid understanding of financial reporting, accounting processes, and internal control principles.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to turn complex data into practical business recommendations.
• Effective communication skills with experience preparing reports and presentations for senior leadership.