Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager for Lithium / Chemical Company

Job Title: Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager

Job Summary: The FP&A Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis processes within the organization. This role requires strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and the ability to communicate complex financial information to stakeholders across the business. The FP&A Manager will work closely with senior management to support strategic decision-making and ensure the company’s financial health and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning and Budgeting:

• Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to develop budgets aligned with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Prepare, analyze, and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial forecasts.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support planning and forecasting processes.

• Financial Analysis:
• Analyze financial performance, including variance analysis against budgets and forecasts.
• Provide insights into key business drivers and trends, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management, including analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Strategic Support:
• Support strategic planning initiatives by providing financial insights and scenario modeling.
• Evaluate potential business opportunities, including mergers, acquisitions, and investments.
• Partner with business units to assess financial implications of strategic initiatives.

• Operational Efficiency:
• Identify areas for cost reduction and operational efficiency improvements.
• Develop and monitor performance metrics to enhance financial and operational decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and enhance financial reporting.

• Stakeholder Communication:
• Present financial information and insights to the executive team, board of directors, and other stakeholders.
• Serve as a key point of contact for finance-related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.

• Compliance and Risk Management:
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and other regulatory filings.
• Identify and manage financial risks, implementing strategies to mitigate potential impacts.

Requirements:
Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CFA preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting techniques.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., Excel, SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities, with the capability to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in the lithium/ chemical industry is a plus.