About the FP&A Manager Role at Robert Half

Are you a strategic finance professional passionate about driving business growth through insightful financial planning and analysis? Join Robert Half's dynamic client team in Swedesboro, New Jersey, as an FP&A Manager - Cost/Sales Analyst. This pivotal role combines the rigor of financial planning and analysis (FP&A) with hands-on sales analysis and product costing expertise. You'll be at the heart of the finance team, bridging the gap between finance, sales, and production to deliver actionable insights that fuel strategic decision-making and optimize profitability.

In this position, you'll own the full spectrum of FP&A responsibilities while diving deep into cost structures, margin analysis, and sales performance metrics. From developing robust budgets and forecasts to creating executive-level dashboards tracking key KPIs, your work will directly influence the company's financial trajectory. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to make a tangible operational impact in a growth-oriented environment, supporting everything from new product launches to pricing strategies.

Robert Half places candidates in top-tier roles like this FP&A Manager position, ensuring you partner with innovative companies seeking top talent in financial analysis. With a salary context of $115,000, this full-time role offers stability and growth potential in the competitive Swedesboro, NJ job market.

Key Responsibilities

As FP&A Manager, you'll lead critical processes that align financial strategies with business objectives:

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning to ensure seamless alignment with company goals.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of cost structures, margins, and sales trends to uncover profit optimization opportunities.
• Build and refine financial models for scenario planning, business forecasting, and informed decision-making.
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, emphasizing KPIs, variances, and key business drivers.
• Provide granular cost and margin reporting segmented by customer, region, or product line.
• Oversee inventory monitoring, standard costing, and variance analysis in collaboration with accounting teams.
• Evaluate financial impacts and ROI for new product launches and strategic initiatives.
• Champion process improvements in FP&A tools, reporting, and analytics capabilities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, translating complex data into strategic recommendations.

Ideal Qualifications for FP&A Manager Success

To thrive in this FP&A Manager role, candidates should bring a blend of technical expertise and business acumen. Required qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA/CMA certification highly preferred.
• 5+ years in FP&A, cost accounting, sales analysis, or similar roles, ideally in manufacturing or consumer goods.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, Power BI/Tableau for dashboards, and ERP systems like SAP or Oracle.
• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and KPI development.
• Strong analytical mindset with proven ability to identify trends and recommend profit-enhancing actions.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience presenting to C-suite executives.
• Familiarity with product costing, inventory management, and margin optimization strategies.

If you excel in data-driven environments and have a track record of partnering cross-functionally, this role is your next career milestone.

Why Join Us? Exceptional Benefits and Growth

Robert Half and our client partners offer more than just a paycheck—they invest in your professional journey. Enjoy a competitive $115,000 salary, plus:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with generous employer matching.
• Paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling options.
• Bonuses tied to performance and company success.
• Ongoing training in cutting-edge FP&A tools and methodologies.
• A collaborative culture emphasizing work-life balance and innovation.

Located in Swedesboro, New Jersey, this role positions you in a vibrant hub near Philadelphia, with easy access to major highways and a thriving business community. Robert Half's expertise in finance recruitment ensures you're placed where your skills shine brightest. Apply now for this FP&A Manager opportunity and elevate your career in financial planning and analysis!

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