FPA Manager Position Available In Williamson, Tennessee

COMPANY BACKGROUND/CULTURE

Our client is a trusted supply chain partner, with an expansive platform to add value to local, national and global packaging customers. They have a diverse team with the experience, expertise and creativity needed to consistently solve problems and the enthusiasm to go the extra mile to serve customers and each other. They champion teamwork and collaboration and build trusted, long-lasting relationships that inspire loyalty with their customers, suppliers and colleagues. Position overview The FP&A Manager will be critical in support of the finance agenda and providing financial insights and operational support across multiple business functions. This role will focus on margin analysis, freight reconciliation, and transactional oversight to ensure accurate billing and healthy profitability. As a key member of the Finance team, the FP&A Manager will serve as a strategic partner across departments and act as the power user for Microsoft AX. Key responsibilities Conduct detailed financial analysis to support business operations, with a focus on margin drivers, cost control, and transactional integrity. Own and manage weekly and monthly freight reconciliations to proactively identify and eliminate sources of margin loss. Investigate and resolve discrepancies in purchase orders, production orders, and landed cost using Microsoft AX. Act as the primary Microsoft AX power user, supporting team members with research and data extraction. Collaborate with Accounting, Billing, and other Finance leaders to resolve issues impacting financial performance. Serve as a transaction “gatekeeper,” partnering with Customer Service Representatives and Sales to ensure accuracy and compliance. Develop and enhance dashboards and reports using Power BI to provide actionable insights. Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to efficiency initiatives across Finance. Receives forecasting/ planning data from other departments and perform variance analysis to prior forecast, plan, and prior year.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in financial analysis or FP&A within a high-volume environment. Strong command of Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, and macros. Hands-on experience with Power BI and a desire to further develop data analysis capabilities. Proficiency with ERP systems (preferably Microsoft AX) and comfort navigating transactional data. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and remote teams. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to issue resolution.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Analytical thinker: skilled in breaking down complex data to uncover trends, variances, and actionable insights.

Detail-oriented:

exceptional attention to accuracy in financial reporting, reconciliations, and transactional reviews.

Systems savvy:

quick to learn and leverage systems (especially ERP platforms like Microsoft AX) for research and resolution.

Problem solver:

proactive and solution-oriented when resolving financial discrepancies or operational inefficiencies.

Collaborative communicator:

able to partner effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Organized and prioritized:

comfortable managing multiple tasks, deadlines, and ad-hoc requests in a fast-paced environment.

Business curious:

interested in learning how financial performance ties to broader business operations and decisions.

Integrity and accountability:

demonstrates a high level of ownership, ethics, and reliability in all aspects of the role. SE# 510731252