Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
Jackson Paper Manufacturing Co, Raleigh, NC, United States
Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
Job Type:
Full-time, On-site 60-80% of time
Job Overview Jackson Paper Manufacturing is the largest manufacturer of recycled corrugating medium in Western North Carolina. We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented
Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
to lead our financial operations in Sylva.
This is a high-impact role designed for a professional who thrives at the intersection of core accounting and forward-looking Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). As Director of FP&A, you will not only ensure the integrity of our financial records but also serve as a key architect of our budgeting, forecasting, and contribute to financial strategies. You will translate complex data into actionable insights that drive the organization’s performance.
Key Responsibilities Strategic FP&A & Leadership
Spearhead Financial Planning:
Support the CFO and senior management during the annual budgeting process, collaborating across departments to ensure alignment with corporate goals.
Business Intelligence:
Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support capital expenditure decisions, cost reduction initiatives, and ROI analysis.
Performance Reporting:
Produce weekly and monthly executive-level reporting packages that highlight key performance indicators (KPIs), variance analysis, and strategic recommendations.
Collaboration:
Act as a financial partner to the senior leadership team, providing data-driven insights to guide operational and strategic decision-making.
Accounting Operations & Oversight
Financial Integrity:
Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger transactions are accurate and timely.
Internal Controls:
Establish and maintain robust internal control policies and p
Government Reporting:
Ensure all reports to local, state and federal authorities required by statute are completed timely and accurately.
Audit Management:
Lead the coordination of annual audits and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
Cash Flow Management:
Monitor and project cash flow requirements; oversee accounts receivable/payable functions to optimize working capital.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field with a heavy emphasis on financial analytics.
CPA or CMA certification is highly preferred.
Experience:
8–10 years of progressive experience in corporate finance, accounting management, or FP&A. Experience in a manufacturing environment is a significant plus.
Technical Skills:
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (complex modeling, Power Query) and experience with ERP systems.
Analytical Prowess:
Strong ability to interpret complex financial data and "tell the story" behind the numbers.
Communication:
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
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Full-time, On-site 60-80% of time
Job Overview Jackson Paper Manufacturing is the largest manufacturer of recycled corrugating medium in Western North Carolina. We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented
Director of Financial Planning and Analysis
to lead our financial operations in Sylva.
This is a high-impact role designed for a professional who thrives at the intersection of core accounting and forward-looking Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). As Director of FP&A, you will not only ensure the integrity of our financial records but also serve as a key architect of our budgeting, forecasting, and contribute to financial strategies. You will translate complex data into actionable insights that drive the organization’s performance.
Key Responsibilities Strategic FP&A & Leadership
Spearhead Financial Planning:
Support the CFO and senior management during the annual budgeting process, collaborating across departments to ensure alignment with corporate goals.
Business Intelligence:
Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support capital expenditure decisions, cost reduction initiatives, and ROI analysis.
Performance Reporting:
Produce weekly and monthly executive-level reporting packages that highlight key performance indicators (KPIs), variance analysis, and strategic recommendations.
Collaboration:
Act as a financial partner to the senior leadership team, providing data-driven insights to guide operational and strategic decision-making.
Accounting Operations & Oversight
Financial Integrity:
Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger transactions are accurate and timely.
Internal Controls:
Establish and maintain robust internal control policies and p
Government Reporting:
Ensure all reports to local, state and federal authorities required by statute are completed timely and accurately.
Audit Management:
Lead the coordination of annual audits and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
Cash Flow Management:
Monitor and project cash flow requirements; oversee accounts receivable/payable functions to optimize working capital.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field with a heavy emphasis on financial analytics.
CPA or CMA certification is highly preferred.
Experience:
8–10 years of progressive experience in corporate finance, accounting management, or FP&A. Experience in a manufacturing environment is a significant plus.
Technical Skills:
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (complex modeling, Power Query) and experience with ERP systems.
Analytical Prowess:
Strong ability to interpret complex financial data and "tell the story" behind the numbers.
Communication:
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
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