Financial Planning And Analysis Manager, Shelton

Summary of role
The FP&A Manager will play a key role within the Finance organization, supporting corporate overhead planning, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis across multiple functional areas including IT, HR, Legal, Quality Assurance, and other shared service departments.
This role will partner closely with department leaders, Accounting, and Finance leadership to provide meaningful financial insights, maintain accurate forecasts, and support the monthly close and reporting processes.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Lead forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis activities for 15+ corporate and shared service cost centers, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
Partner with department leaders across functions including IT, HR, Legal, QA, Finance and other operational areas to understand spending trends, headcount activity, vendor relationships, and business drivers.
Develop a strong understanding of company-wide vendor spend, software/platform expenses, and allocation methodologies across departments and business units.
Monitor and analyze monthly financial results, identifying key drivers including timing differences, one-time items, annualization impacts, and emerging expense trends.
Support forecasting and analysis related to employee benefits, including medical, disability, 401(k), and other company-sponsored programs.
Manage and maintain allocation models for shared services, platforms, and overhead expenses across the organization.
Support the monthly close process through collaboration with Accounting, including accrual reviews, expense validation, and investigation of unexpected variances or booking activity.
Prepare executive-ready financial reporting packages, exhibits, dashboards, and supporting schedules for Finance leadership and business reviews.
Assist in the development and maintenance of financial models and forecasting tools, including support for broader 3-statement modeling and reporting initiatives.
Develop and enhance reporting capabilities within Adaptive Planning and OfficeConnect to improve reporting efficiency, transparency, and scalability.
Perform ad hoc financial analysis and support strategic initiatives across the Finance organization as needed.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting quality, and financial visibility across the organization.
Performs other related duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
5+ years of experience in Finance, FP&A, corporate finance, or related financial analysis roles.
Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
Experience supporting corporate overhead or shared service functions preferred.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cost centers, reporting requirements, and competing priorities.
Ability to analyze and explain financial results beyond the numbers, including understanding operational and business drivers.
Experience supporting monthly close processes and partnering with Accounting teams on accruals, expense reviews, and financial reconciliations.
Advanced Excel skills and strong financial modeling capabilities.
Experience with Adaptive Planning and OfficeConnect strongly preferred.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to synthesize information into clear and actionable insights.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to anticipate business needs and operate with a high level of ownership and accountability.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to remain in a stationary position (e.g., sitting or standing) for extended periods of time, typically in a cubicle environment (constant noise, fluorescent overhead lighting)
Frequent use of a computer, dual monitors, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment such as a telephone, copier, and printer.
Must be able to communicate effectively, including exchanging information in person, in writing, by telephone, email or video conferencing.
Visual and auditory acuity required to perform job duties effectively, including reading, writing, and interpreting information on screens or in print.
Hand dexterity, fine motor skills needed to operate a keyboard and mouse efficiently
Reach with hands and arms occasionally
For Hybrid Roles:
Must be able to commute to an office setting as required, which may include walking short distances and navigating an office environment.
Occasionally moves about the office to access files, office machinery, and meet with others.
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