Overview
The Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager plays a strategic leadership role in driving enterprise-wide budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Reporting to the Treasurer, this position partners with business leaders and cross-functional teams to deliver financial insights that guide key decisions and support long-term growth initiatives. This role requires a results-driven leader with advanced financial acumen, a collaborative mindset, and strong communication skills to translate financial data into actionable strategies.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the “Cavender’s Culture” and drive our Mission, Vision, and Values
- Lead the development of the annual operating plan, long-range forecasts, and strategic financial models.
- Partner with the Treasurer to align financial strategies with business objectives.
- Enhance and oversee FP&A processes to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across departments.
- Deliver high-quality monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with insights and recommendations.
- Perform scenario modeling, business case analysis, and investment evaluations to support strategic initiatives.
- Conduct variance analysis and identify performance drivers, risks, and opportunities.
- Serve as a finance business partner to department leaders, delivering decision support and performance tracking.
- Mentor and guide FP&A team members, fostering growth and accountability.
- Support the development and implementation of financial systems and tools to streamline processes.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
- 7+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or corporate finance, with 3+ years of team leadership.
- Strong expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting at a corporate level.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Power BI, Power Pivot, Power Query, and SQL a plus.
- Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting best practices.
- Experience working with senior leaders and presenting financial information to stakeholders.
Preferred Skills
- Strategic thinker with exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Meticulous attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership with the ability to coach and develop others.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Proactive and adaptable with a continuous improvement mindset.
Cavender’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, military status, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.
Cavender’s will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with a disability upon request. If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application, please call Customer Service at (888) 361 – 2555 or visit your nearest Cavender’s store. .