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Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Persona Triangle

Watertown, SD 57201

Posted/Updated: Today

Job Description

Personality Profile

Persona Triangle is seeking a strategic, data-driven leader to oversee financial planning and long-term forecasting. This independent self-starter thrives on turning numbers into insight and aligning financial strategy with business goals. Detail-oriented yet big-picture focused, this person communicates clearly, collaborates across teams, and drives results with integrity. They’re motivated by impact and ready to play a key role in shaping the company’s financial future.

Job Summary 

The FP&A Manager is responsible for leading the financial planning and analysis function, supporting strategic decision-making across the organization. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role plays a key part in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance analysis. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to translate financial insights into actionable business strategies.

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead the annual budgeting and long-range financial planning processes in collaboration with department heads and senior leadership.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts with variance analysis and commentary for executive review.
  • Develop and maintain complex financial models to support business planning, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
  • Analyze financial performance, KPIs, and trends to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for operational improvement.
  • Create dashboards and executive reports to communicate key insights to the CFO and broader leadership team.
  • Partner with accounting, operations, and other departments to ensure alignment between actuals and forecasts.
  • Support strategic initiatives such as pricing strategies, capital investments, cost optimization, and business cases.
  • Continuously improve FP&A tools, systems, and processes for scalability and efficiency.
  • Assist with board reporting and investor materials, when applicable.
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred).
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, corporate finance, or a related role.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with ERP systems and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Adaptive Insights) is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strong understanding of GAAP and corporate financial statements.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work 

This is a full-time, salary exempt position with some overtime varying. Standard hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday- Friday.

Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CPA preferred).

5+ years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, corporate finance, or a related role.

Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with ERP systems and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Adaptive Insights) is a plus.
Persona Triangle
700 21st St SW
Watertown, SD 57201
605.878.2687

 

At Persona Triangle, we are proud to be a winning company that values a strong work ethic, being family-focused, and finding enjoyment at work. Our profitable and sustainable growth allows us to provide a wide variety of employment opportunities across the nation. We believe that our people make the difference, so we strive to provide our hardworking employees with flexible schedules, competitive salaries, and benefits that meet a variety of lifestyle needs.