Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

About Company:

Join Our Team at HuFriedyGroup – Innovating Excellence in Dental Instrument Manufacturing

HuFriedyGroup is a leading manufacturer of dental instruments and infection prevention products. Our 10,000-plus products, hand-crafted by highly skilled artisans, are known for their precision, performance, longevity, reliability, and quality. To help dental professionals be The Best in Practice, HuFriedyGroup provides a unique combination of world class products, value-added services, clinical education, and dental community platforms that result in superior clinician performance and enhanced safety for dental professionals and their patients. Working at HuFriedyGroup is so much more than a job, as every employee has a part in driving and supporting the organization’s inspirational vision to be a global force in advancing dental performance through Best-In-Practice dentistry that improves lives around the world.

About the Role:

The FP&A Manager plays a critical role in driving the financial planning and analysis functions within the organization, ensuring accurate forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting. This position is responsible for providing strategic insights and actionable recommendations to senior leadership to support informed decision-making and long-term business growth. The FP&A Manager will lead the development and maintenance of financial models, analyze key performance indicators, and identify trends to optimize financial performance. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to align financial goals with operational objectives and to support various business initiatives. Ultimately, this role ensures the financial health and sustainability of the company by delivering timely, accurate, and insightful financial analysis.  The ideal candidate will combine strong financial acumen with excellent business partnering and analytical skills.

Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the VP, Financial Reporting & Analysis, this individual will be primarily responsible for preparing management reports, planning and forecasting corporate operating expenses, and overall finance support for the corporate functions.  The position will interface with all corporate functions and business unit finance.
• Participate in all aspect of the financial planning process (budgeting, forecast, and other strategic analysis)
• Partner with functional and business leaders to understand key drivers and deliver actionable financial insights
• Prepare monthly/quarterly financial reviews, including variance analysis (vs. budget, forecast, and prior year)
• Drive performance management by identifying risks and opportunities
• Create executive-level presentations and reports for senior leadership and board meetings
• Improve financial modeling, reporting tools, and process automation to enhance forecast accuracy and efficiency
• Formalize process and reporting for the Company's addback adjustments as allowed under credit agreement
• Monitor key performance indicators and support the development of dashboards and decision support tools
• Support ad hoc financial analysis, business cases, and scenario planning initiatives

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in progressive financial planning and analysis or a related finance role.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel & Power Point and experience with financial planning software
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• Professional certification such as CFA or CPA
• Familiarity with SAP and OneStream is a plus
• Experience working in a fast-paced corporate environment
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI along with knowledge of how to establish/systemize the process of tracking KPIs leveraging business intelligence
• Prior experience working in a private-equity backed organization
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing or CPG organization

Skills:

The FP&A Manager utilizes advanced analytical skills daily to interpret complex financial data and translate it into clear, actionable insights that drive business strategy. Proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting tools enables the Manager to create accurate and dynamic financial plans that adapt to changing business conditions. Strong communication skills are essential for presenting findings and recommendations effectively to stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives. Additionally, expertise in financial software and data visualization tools supports efficient data management and enhances the clarity of financial reporting.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility Statement

HuFriedyGroup is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you require reasonable accommodations to apply for a position, participate in the recruitment process, or perform essential job functions, please contact us at 773-868-5534. We are committed to supporting you throughout your journey with HuFriedyGroup!