Mason & Blair, LLC
Base pay range
$140,000.00/yr - $172,000.00/yr Job description
Strategic Finance Manager opportunity with high‑transaction volume, $400 million revenue company. This is a hands‑on role, though it will lead and mentor one Senior Financial Analyst. This is a data‑intensive position, so someone VERY strong on Excel and with pivot tables will succeed. This is also a full P&L position, so solid understanding of financial statements. High‑visibility position reporting to a strong SVP Finance. Responsibilities
As Strategic Finance Manager, play a critical role in shaping the financial strategy and operational performance of the company. This highly visible role will involve direct collaboration with senior leadership and business unit heads, providing data‑driven insights to support strategic decisions. Prepare financial reporting packages with variance analysis and key performance commentary. Consolidate and analyze monthly results. Drive visibility into labor productivity and other operational KPIs. Support capital investment tracking and provide variance insights against capex budgets. Partner with Operations and Finance leadership to lead the annual operating and overhead budgeting processes. Support monthly P&L reviews by preparing variance reports and analyzing key performance drivers. Guide operational teams on aligning productivity, labor, and capacity planning with financial goals. Assist in developing short‑and long‑term cash flow projections to support budgeting, strategic planning, and liquidity management. Support the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of Adaptive Insights as the corporate planning and forecasting tool. Lead weekly cash flow forecasting and reconciliation in coordination with AP, AR, and Treasury. Maintain and update the company’s long‑term forecast model in collaboration with Corporate Development. Provide timely ad‑hoc forecasts to support decision‑making and strategic pivots. Build strong cross‑functional relationships with operational leaders to drive financial discipline. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and translate findings into actionable strategies. Develop business cases and financial models to evaluate new initiatives and investment opportunities. Provide insights and recommendations to improve profitability and support strategic goals. Qualifications
8+ years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or financial operations; experience in high‑growth or M&A‑driven environments preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA, CPA, CMA, CFA, or FPAC certification strongly preferred). Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with a demonstrated ability to translate data into insights. Experience supporting senior leadership with reporting, forecasting, and strategic analysis. High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial systems (HFM, Adaptive Insights, PeopleSoft, Domo strongly preferred). Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to tailor messaging to varied audiences. Self‑starter with strong business acumen, attention to detail, and ability to work under tight deadlines. Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Finance and Accounting/Auditing Industries
Consumer Services, Retail, and Retail Pharmacies
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$140,000.00/yr - $172,000.00/yr Job description
Strategic Finance Manager opportunity with high‑transaction volume, $400 million revenue company. This is a hands‑on role, though it will lead and mentor one Senior Financial Analyst. This is a data‑intensive position, so someone VERY strong on Excel and with pivot tables will succeed. This is also a full P&L position, so solid understanding of financial statements. High‑visibility position reporting to a strong SVP Finance. Responsibilities
As Strategic Finance Manager, play a critical role in shaping the financial strategy and operational performance of the company. This highly visible role will involve direct collaboration with senior leadership and business unit heads, providing data‑driven insights to support strategic decisions. Prepare financial reporting packages with variance analysis and key performance commentary. Consolidate and analyze monthly results. Drive visibility into labor productivity and other operational KPIs. Support capital investment tracking and provide variance insights against capex budgets. Partner with Operations and Finance leadership to lead the annual operating and overhead budgeting processes. Support monthly P&L reviews by preparing variance reports and analyzing key performance drivers. Guide operational teams on aligning productivity, labor, and capacity planning with financial goals. Assist in developing short‑and long‑term cash flow projections to support budgeting, strategic planning, and liquidity management. Support the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of Adaptive Insights as the corporate planning and forecasting tool. Lead weekly cash flow forecasting and reconciliation in coordination with AP, AR, and Treasury. Maintain and update the company’s long‑term forecast model in collaboration with Corporate Development. Provide timely ad‑hoc forecasts to support decision‑making and strategic pivots. Build strong cross‑functional relationships with operational leaders to drive financial discipline. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and translate findings into actionable strategies. Develop business cases and financial models to evaluate new initiatives and investment opportunities. Provide insights and recommendations to improve profitability and support strategic goals. Qualifications
8+ years of experience in FP&A, strategic finance, or financial operations; experience in high‑growth or M&A‑driven environments preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA, CPA, CMA, CFA, or FPAC certification strongly preferred). Strong analytical and financial modeling skills, with a demonstrated ability to translate data into insights. Experience supporting senior leadership with reporting, forecasting, and strategic analysis. High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial systems (HFM, Adaptive Insights, PeopleSoft, Domo strongly preferred). Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to tailor messaging to varied audiences. Self‑starter with strong business acumen, attention to detail, and ability to work under tight deadlines. Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level Employment type
Full‑time Job function
Finance and Accounting/Auditing Industries
Consumer Services, Retail, and Retail Pharmacies
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