About The OpportunityThe Manager, FP&A will lead financial planning, forecasting, and analytical activities to support strategic decision-making across Menasha Packaging. This role partners closely with leadership, operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to drive financial performance, improve cost visibility, and enable profitable growth. The ideal candidate brings strong business acumen, manufacturing finance experience, and the ability to translate financial insights into actionable recommendations.
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning & Forecasting- Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and long-range planning
- Develop financial models to support business strategy, capital investments, and customer programs
- Partner with business leaders to establish financial targets and performance metrics
- Ensure alignment between operational plans and financial forecasts
- Responsible for compiling S&A annual budget and quarterly forecasts
Performance Management & Analysis- Analyze monthly financial results, including variance to budget, forecast, and prior year
- Identify risks and opportunities, providing actionable insights to leadership
- Develop and maintain dashboards and KPIs for tracking operational and financial performance
- Drive continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy and reporting processes
Business Partnering- Act as a trusted advisor to operations, sales, and supply chain leaders
- Support pricing, profitability analysis, and new business opportunities
- Provide financial guidance on cost optimization initiatives and productivity efforts
- Translate complex financial data into clear insights for non-financial stakeholders
Reporting & Systems- Oversee preparation of management reporting packages and presentations for senior leadership
- Improve financial reporting tools, systems, and automation capabilities
- Ensure data integrity across financial systems and reporting platforms
QualificationsEducation & Experience- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
- 6-10 years of progressive finance experience, including FP&A or corporate finance
- Experience in manufacturing, packaging, or industrial environment strongly preferred
Technical Skills- Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
- Experience with consolidation and planning (FCCS, PBCS) applications a plus
- Familiarity with BI tools (Power BI, SAC, or similar) a plus
Leadership & Competencies- Strong business partnership and influencing skills across cross-functional teams
- Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly and concisely
- Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities
- Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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