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Manager Financial Planning and Cost Analysis

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In-Office or Remote
15 Locations
Senior level
In-Office or Remote
15 Locations
Senior level
Manage planning and forecasting cycles including reporting, financial and variance analysis, bid support, cost allocations, and forecast model enhancements. Lead ad-hoc analyses, develop business cases for strategic initiatives, and train, coach, and develop department staff.
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JOB SUMMARY

This job manages all facets of the planning/forecasting cycles for the Organization. These facets include but are not limited to: reporting, financial analysis, variance analysis, bid process support, administrative cost allocations, forecast model enhancement, and the period to period risk and opportunities process. The incumbent manages the completion of other ad-hoc financial planning activities and assist in the development and review of business cases for strategic initiatives. Train, coach and develop staff members.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform management responsibilities to include, but are not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions, coaching and development, rewards and recognition, performance management and staff productivity.  Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develop and implement policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority.
  • Direct the completion of revenue, claim and administrative expense components of the forecast and communicate results to Senior Management.
  • Provide cost information support and prepare cost reports consistent with allocation methodologies to the business.
  • Manage the completion of various ad-hoc financial analyses and communicate results to Sr leadership.
  • Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree. 

Preferred

  • Master's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field

EXPERIENCE

Required

  • 5 years in Finance
  • 3 years in a management role

Preferred

  • None

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS

Required

  • None

Preferred

  • Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

SKILLS

  • Business Consulting
  • Analytical Skills
  • Business Process Improvement
  • Business Analysis
  • Developing Relationships
  • Leadership
  • Financial Forecasting and Modeling
  • Operational Planning
  • Written & Oral Presentation Skills
  • Prioritizing

Languages (other than English)

None

Travel Requirement

0% - 25%

PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

Position Type

Office-Based

Teaches / trains others regularly

Frequently

Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

Frequently

Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

Never

Physical work site required 

No

Lifting: up to 10 pounds

Constantly

Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds

Does Not Apply

Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds

Does Not Apply

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements. 

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