About the Financial Manager Role at Robert Half

Robert Half is proud to partner with a dynamic Syracuse-area client seeking a talented Financial Manager to spearhead their Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function. This is a fully remote position for candidates residing anywhere in New York State, offering the perfect blend of flexibility and impact. If you're a highly technical finance professional who thrives in Excel, loves diving deep into data, and excels at turning complex spreadsheets into actionable insights, this Financial Manager job in Syracuse, NY is your next career move.

In this critical role, you'll own the company's financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. Expect hands-on work with advanced Excel models, variance analysis, and KPI tracking—no reliance on automated systems here. You'll translate vast datasets into clear, executive-ready presentations that drive strategic decisions. Ideal for FP&A experts passionate about data integrity and precision, this position reports directly to senior leadership and collaborates across functions.

Why This FP&A Manager Role Stands Out

Join a forward-thinking organization where your technical prowess directly influences business growth. With Syracuse, NY's thriving economy and this role's remote setup, enjoy work-life balance while advancing your career in financial planning. Robert Half's expertise ensures a seamless hiring process for top-tier talent like you.

Key Responsibilities

As the Financial Manager, you'll lead with precision and innovation. Core duties include:

• Leading comprehensive budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning using sophisticated Excel-based models as the bedrock for all financial decisions.
• Building, maintaining, and optimizing complex Excel models that seamlessly integrate data from ERP systems, operational reports, and external sources to track performance trends and key drivers.
• Conducting in-depth variance analysis and KPI monitoring with structured datasets to pinpoint risks, uncover opportunities, and bridge performance gaps proactively.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams—including operations, sales, and executive leadership—to evaluate the financial implications of operational shifts, cost-saving initiatives, and strategic investments through rigorous data-driven analysis.
• Creating polished, executive-level financial summaries, interactive dashboards, and compelling presentations pulled directly from your underlying Excel and data models.
• Supporting capital expenditure planning, scenario modeling, and sensitivity analyses using detailed financial assumptions to guide investment choices.
• Continuously refining the efficiency, scalability, and structure of Excel models, reporting processes, and data workflows to boost team productivity.
• Upholding the highest standards of accuracy, consistency, and traceability in all financial data handling for planning, forecasting, and reporting.

Required Qualifications

To succeed as our Financial Manager, bring these essential skills and experiences:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a quantitative field; CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
• 5-7+ years in FP&A, corporate finance, or similar roles with proven heavy Excel expertise—no BI tools as primary focus.
• Mastery of advanced Excel functions (VBA, Power Query, pivot tables, INDEX/MATCH, etc.) for complex modeling.
• Demonstrated ability to handle large datasets, perform variance analysis, and deliver insights from raw data.
• Strong communication skills to present technical findings to non-finance stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with experience in budgeting, forecasting, KPIs, and scenario planning.
• Must reside in New York State for remote eligibility.

Robert Half prioritizes candidates who are detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about financial excellence.

Why Join Us?

Embrace a rewarding career with our client through Robert Half's trusted network. Enjoy a competitive $100,000 salary, full remote flexibility in NY, comprehensive benefits like 401(k) matching, health coverage, PTO, and growth opportunities. Be part of a collaborative culture driving innovation in Syracuse, NY. Apply now for this Financial Manager - FP&A role and elevate your finance career!

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