Role Overview:ATI Forged Products is seeking a strategic finance leader who thrives at the intersection of operations, analytics, and business partnership. This is a highly visible role responsible for shaping financial performance across a multi-site, global Business Unit. The Senior Finance Manager of FP&A will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, driving operational insights, disciplined decision-making, and continuous improvement across a complex, growth-oriented manufacturing organization.
The Senior Finance Manager of FP&A will oversee the FP&A processes for our North America Forged Products Business Unit, which spans sites in Cudahy, Appleton, and Coon Valley, WI; Irvine, CA; and Chihuahua, Mexico. Based in Cudahy, WI, this role reports directly to the VP Finance, ATI Forge Products and provides leadership to 1 direct report and has daily interactions with other FP&A teams across the ATI organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES: In this role, you will lead the following key financial and organizational activities.
Strategic Leadership & Business Partnering
- Provide forward-looking financial insights and recommendations to the BU VP Finance, BU President, and senior operations leaders that shape strategy and drive performance.
- Partner with site and functional leaders to translate operational trends into financial impacts and actionable plans.
- Lead the development of proactive business analyses that highlight risks, opportunities, and required course-corrections.
- Serve as the primary finance partner for strategic initiatives, productivity efforts, and investment decisions.
Financial Planning, Forecasting, and Performance Management
- Lead the annual operating plan, quarterly and monthly forecasts, and long-range financial planning for the BU.
- Build and maintain driver-based forecasting models that enhance accuracy and enable scenario planning for the BU.
- Deliver clear monthly performance analytics, including variance explanations, trend insights, and KPI reporting.
- Provide analysis of margin performance, price/volume/mix, operational cost drivers and productivity initiatives.
- Support capital planning and business cases by evaluating financial returns, sensitivity impacts, and alignment to strategic priorities.
Financial Systems, Tools & Process Improvement
- Enhance FP&A processes and tools to improve forecast accuracy, analytical depth, and reporting efficiency.
- Champion the adoption of advanced analytics, dashboards, and data visualization tools.
- Partner with corporate FP&A and IT to drive system improvements and ensure data consistency across planning and reporting platforms.
- Lead or support BU-wide process improvement initiatives that strengthen financial insight and operational decision-making.
Team Leadership & Talent Development
- Lead, coach, and develop the finance manager supporting the Cudahy site.
- Set clear analytical and communication standards that elevate the quality and strengthen business engagement.
- Foster a collaborative, forward-looking, high-performance culture focused on problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- Make talent decisions that build analytical strength, modeling capabilities, and strong succession pipelines.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Experience in a manufacturing environment with strong understanding of standard costing, cost drivers, and product cost visibility.
- Proven ability to generate, interpret, and communicate income statements, balance sheets, revenue forecasts, and cash flow statements.
- Highly skilled in managing multiple priorities within a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex financial and operational problems through data-driven analysis and structured thinking.
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting methodologies, and analytical tools (Excel, BI/dashboard tools, etc.).
- Strong business acumen with the ability to translate operational trends into financial impacts and actionable insights.
- Strong ability to communicate complex financial topics to non-finance stakeholders in a clear, concise, and actionable manner.
KEY LEADERSHIP CHARACTERISTICS- Strong influencing and relationship-building skills; able to secure alignment across all levels of the Business Unit and collaborate effectively with other segments and corporate functions.
- Highly organized, proactive leader who sets clear priorities, focuses on high-value activities, and ensures disciplined execution. Adept at creating efficient workflows and enabling teams to operate with clarity and purpose.
- Demonstrated cross-functional collaborator who brings together diverse stakeholders to solve problems, drive performance, and share best practices across organizational boundaries.
- Effective change leader with experience driving or supporting transformational initiatives, including ERP upgrades/implementations, process redesign, and adoption of new financial tools or capabilities.
- Communicates with clarity, confidence, and credibility - able to simplify complex financial topics for non-finance leaders and facilitate strong decision-making.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required
- Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in finance, FP&A, or accounting in an industrial manufacturing or services environment with 2+ years of managerial experience required.
- US GAAP experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- CPA is strongly preferred
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS- This role includes competitive compensation, performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing career development opportunities aligned with ATI's commitment to attracting and retaining top financial leadership talent.
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