Financial Planning & Analysis Manager - Geismar, LA

Join Robert Half in an exciting opportunity for a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager in Geismar, Louisiana. This pivotal role offers a competitive salary starting at $110,000 and the chance to work under a supportive CFO who champions employee growth and internal promotions. If you're passionate about financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and delivering strategic insights in a dynamic industry, this position is your next career step.

About the Role

As the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, you will oversee critical financial processes that drive organizational success. Based in Geismar, LA, you'll provide actionable financial insights to support informed decision-making across all levels. This full-time position demands a detail-oriented professional skilled in analyzing trends, building financial models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Robert Half is proud to partner with this forward-thinking organization seeking a leader who thrives in crunching numbers and shaping strategic initiatives.

Geismar, Louisiana, located in the heart of Louisiana's petrochemical corridor, offers a thriving professional environment with proximity to Baton Rouge. Enjoy the benefits of a smaller community with access to major industry hubs, making it ideal for FP&A professionals looking to advance their careers.

Key Responsibilities

Your role will be hands-on and strategic, encompassing:

• Leading the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial planning to ensure alignment with business goals.
• Developing sophisticated financial models to underpin strategic initiatives, corporate planning, and scenario analysis.
• Analyzing key financial trends and forecasting metrics such as revenue, margins, operating expenses, EBITDA, and cash flow projections.
• Preparing detailed monthly and quarterly financial reports for executives, board members, and key stakeholders.
• Performing in-depth variance analysis to pinpoint discrepancies between actuals and budgets, identifying drivers and recommending corrective actions.
• Partnering with operations, sales, and executive teams to deliver financial guidance for day-to-day and strategic decisions.
• Creating compelling business cases for capital investments, pricing strategies, cost optimization, and growth opportunities.
• Optimizing tools, templates, and dashboards to enhance efficiency in financial reporting and forecasting workflows.
• Championing the adoption of best practices, process automation, and advanced financial systems like ERP integrations.
• Improving organizational documentation for financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance and scalability.

Required Qualifications

To excel in this FP&A Manager role, candidates should possess:

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline; MBA or CPA preferred.
• At least 5-7 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, ideally in manufacturing, energy, or chemicals sectors.
• Expertise in advanced Excel, financial modeling tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and ERP systems like SAP or Oracle.
• Demonstrated success in delivering executive-level presentations and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Proven track record of process improvements, automation projects, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for building business cases and variance explanations.
• Detail-oriented approach combined with strategic thinking to support long-term organizational goals.

Experience in the Geismar, LA area or similar industrial settings is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a job—it's a career-launching opportunity with Robert Half. Work in a dynamic industry where your financial expertise directly impacts growth. Benefit from a CFO who actively supports professional development, internal promotions, and skill-building. Enjoy a competitive $110,000 salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative culture that values innovation in financial planning.

Robert Half has been connecting top talent with exceptional opportunities for decades. Apply today by calling Carrie Lewis at 504-383-0612 or submitting your resume. Keywords: FP&A Manager jobs Geismar LA, Financial Planning Analysis Louisiana, budgeting forecasting careers, financial modeling roles. Thank you for considering Robert Half!