Manager, FP&A

Description

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Crain Communications seeks a highly analytical and business-focused Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to join its Financial Services team.

The Manager, FP&A serves as the architect and owner of Crain Communications’ financial planning and forecasting framework. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining the financial models, reporting processes, and analytical insights that guide strategic decision-making across the organization.

As the primary steward of the company’s financial outlook, the Manager, FP&A serves as the single source of truth for budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting. The role translates operational performance and strategic initiatives into actionable financial insights, helping executive leadership understand current performance while anticipating future risks and opportunities.

Working closely with the Senior Vice President of Finance, business leaders, publishers, and executive management, this position enables informed decision-making through advanced financial modeling, long-range planning, scenario analysis, and strategic business partnership.

Strategic Financial Planning & Forecasting

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• Design, implement, and continuously improve the company’s annual budget, quarterly forecast, monthly outlook, and long-range planning (3–5 year) processes.
• Own the financial forecasting framework for revenue, operating expenses, profitability, cash flow, and key business drivers.
• Develop scalable, driver-based forecasting models that support business planning across publications, events, subscriptions, digital products, and shared services.
• Translate strategic initiatives and operational plans into quantified financial outcomes and performance expectations.
• Perform scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate business risks, opportunities, and strategic alternatives.

**Executive Reporting & Financial...