Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis

Position OverviewThe Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) plays a critical role in driving financial visibility, forecasting accuracy, and operational performance in a private equity-backed (PE), project-based construction environment. This role partners closely with operations, project management, and executive leadership to deliver actionable insights on project profitability, cash flow, and overall business performance.The ideal candidate brings strong financial discipline, experience in WIP (work-in-progress) accounting, and a deep understanding of the construction/project lifecycle.The annual salary range for this role is between $130,000 - $150,000 annually, commensurate on relevant education, related experience, and other factors. This position is bonus eligible.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning & ForecastingLead the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts, with a focus on project-level revenue, margin, and cash flowDevelop detailed models incorporating backlog, pipeline conversion, and project timelinesMaintain and enhance long-range planning models aligned with PE value creation goalsProject & Operational FinancePartner with operations leaders to monitor: Job cost performanceGross margin by projectChange orders and cost overrunsAnalyze and report on WIP schedulesDrive accountability around project forecasts and margin realizationReporting & AnalysisSupport delivery of monthly financial packages to executives and PE sponsors, including:Variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast)Project profitability dashboardsBacklog and pipeline reportingProvide insights into key drivers: labor productivity, material costs, etc.Cash Flow & Liquidity ManagementDevelop and monitor cash flow forecastsSupport working capital optimizationPrivate Equity & Strategic SupportSupport PE sponsor reporting, board materials, and lender reportingContribute to value creation initiatives, including margin expansion and cost optimizationAssist with M&A analysis and integration planning Process ImprovementEnhance FP&A processes, tools, and reporting (e.g., models, dashboards)Improve data integrity across ERP/other internal systems Drive standardization of reporting across projects and business unitsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred) 7–12+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or construction finance Experience in construction, engineering, or project-based industries Strong knowledge of:Percentage-of-completion accountingWIP reportingJob costing and backlog analysisAdvanced financial modeling skills (Excel-heavy environment) Experience with ERP/project systems (e.g., Viewpoint Vista, Sage, Procore)Background in a high-growth or private equity-backed company preferred Key AttributesHighly analytical with strong business judgment Strong business partnering with operations and field leadership Ability to translate project-level data into executive insights Analytical rigor with strong attention to detail Ability to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentPhysical Requirements:Requires prolonged sitting, standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Requires manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination for data input.Consistent, reliable, and timely attendanceMaintain a clear drug and alcohol screening protocol.Travel Requirements:As needed; approximately 25%.Management has the right to revise this description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason as outlined in the employee manual or other written agreement.An Equal Opportunity Employer We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.