Corp FP&A Manager chez Lakeshore Recycling Systems

The Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager plays a critical role in driving strategic financial insights and decision-making across the organization. This position is responsible for leading the development of detailed cash flow forecasts, analyzing accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) trends, and delivering high-impact financial reporting to executive management, lenders, the board of directors, and investors.

Reports To: Vice President Finance and Accounting

Essential Job Duties:

• Develop and maintain short- and long-term cash flow models to support liquidity planning, capital allocation, and risk management. Ensure liquidity and optimize cash flow; manage the rolling 13-week cash flow forecast process.
• Monitor working capital performance by analyzing AP and AR metrics, identifying trends, and recommending process improvements to optimize cash conversion cycles.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reports and dashboards tailored to the needs of executive leadership, lenders, board members, and investors.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational plans.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis of actuals versus budget/forecast, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
• Partner with accounting, business unit finance, operations, and commercial teams to ensure accurate and timely financial information and alignment on key initiatives.
• Partner with M&A and Fleet teams on treasury needs related to acquisitions and capital expenditures.

Scope of Responsibility:

The is an individual contributor role that is responsible for delivering forward-looking financial insights, optimizing liquidity, and supporting executive decision-making through rigorous analysis and reporting.