Sr Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis

Pet Food Express is seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis to elevate our FP&A team. Reporting directly to the CFO and partnering closely with senior leadership, this is a highly visible role that will provide the financial backbone of critical decision-making to enhance financial performance and support the Pet Food Express' long-term objectives. We're looking for a results-oriented leader with deep experience in providing strategic financial insights, analysis, and the ability to thrive in a high-growth environment. Please Note: This position is a hybrid role, involving on-site work each week at our corporate headquarters in Concord, CA. Candidates who are fully remote or outside of reasonable commuting distance will not be considered at this time. Responsibilities: Forecasting : Oversee Sales and Margin Forecasting, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business goals. Capital and Cash Flow Management: Manage capital expenditures and cash flow analysis to optimize financial resources. Performance Metrics: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to track financial and operational performance, providing actionable insights to drive sales growth and profitability Presentation Materials: Create clear and compelling presentations for senior leadership, the board of directors, lenders, and other stakeholders to communicate business performance and key messages. Business Case Development: Lead the creation of business cases, providing decision support and hindsight analysis to guide strategic initiatives. Business Partnership: Collaborate with department heads to provide financial guidance, support decision-making, and drive accountability for financial performance. Problem Solving: Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and a detail-oriented approach to identify solutions to complex challenges, often with limited or incomplete data. Drive implementation and track the impact of your initiatives. Team Development: Lead and develop FP&A team members. Qualifications: Education and Certifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; MBA preferred. 7+ years in FP&A or related financial roles, ideally within specialty or multi-unit retail industries. CPA, CFA, or CMA also desired Professional Experience Experience with statistical programs, business intelligence tools, and relational databases preferred (SharePoint, SQL, Business Objects, etc.). Expert Excel skills, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrated success in leading financial planning and analysis functions. Experience with leading/developing a team, with 2+ years' direct management experience. Strong ability to interpret complex financial data and convey insights clearly. Communication : Excellent interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders at all levels. Proven ability to foster cooperative and respectful working relationships. Problem Solving: Sound decision-making skills to handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism. Comfortable with change, risk, and uncertainty, able to shift priorities effectively. Proactive, able to work independently with minimal guidance and as part of a team. Organization : Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and follow-up capabilities. PFE Perks Grow with us: Many potential career paths and options for advancement within the company Pet Friendly Workplace - bring your well-behaved pup! Generous in-store employee discount that extends to your family Be Healthy: Health with FSA options, dental, vision insurance, even Pet Insurance! Plan for the future: 401k with employer match Get Rewarded: Employee referral bonuses Rest and Relax: Competitive Paid Time Off The salary range for this position is expected to be $170,000/yr-$185,000/yr. Pet Food Express determines starting salary based on many factors, including but not limited to, local market rate, the qualified pool of candidates, internal compensation practices, a candidate's actual skills and experience. About the Company Pet Food Express is a leading California-based pet specialty retailer with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners. Our philosophy revolves around the belief that pets are part of the family, deserving of the best care possible. Since our inception, Pet Food Express has been committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve by promoting responsible pet ownership, supporting various animal welfare initiatives, and ensuring pets are happy, healthy and homed. With over 60 locations across the state, Pet Food Express has become a trusted destination for pet parents seeking high-quality products and personalized advice from knowledgeable and dedicated staff. This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work associates/leaders assigned to this job perform. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Pet Food Express is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. This applies to all Pet Food Express activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. Pet Food Express also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Pet Food Express is a place where everyone can learn and grow. However you identify and whatever your background, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come to work every day. For applicants in our San Francisco, or Los Angeles locations: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as well as the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the law.

Created: 2024-11-05