FP&A Manager

FP&A Manager

Job Summary

The FP&A Manager is a key leader within Valvoline Global Operations' Corporate FP&A function, responsible for overseeing enterprise planning, forecasting, and performance management processes.

How You Make An Impact

• Enterprise Planning & Forecast Leadership
• Lead the execution of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Long-Range Plan (LRP), and rolling forecast processes for assigned enterprise functions and consolidated reporting areas.
• Oversee preparation, review, and consolidation of financial forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and financial targets.
• Evaluate forecast assumptions, risks, and opportunities; provide clear recommendations to FP&A leadership and executive stakeholders.
• Drive accountability and forecast accuracy through structured performance tracking and variance analysis.
• Establish planning calendars, deliverables, and governance to ensure timely and high-quality submissions across functions.

• Financial Consolidation & Executive Reporting
• Oversee preparation of monthly and quarterly enterprise-level financial reporting packages for executive leadership.
• Deliver actionable insights on revenue, margin, SG&A, headcount, cash flow, and capital performance.
• Lead development of executive-ready materials for business reviews, leadership meetings, and Board-level discussions as required.
• Ensure financial narratives clearly articulate performance drivers, risks, and forward-looking outlooks.

• Performance Management & Strategic Decision Support
• Partner with functional leaders and senior management to provide financial transparency and proactive decision support.
• Lead scenario modeling, sensitivity analysis, and resource allocation assessments to evaluate business trade-offs.
• Support capital planning and investment prioritization, including review of return metrics and strategic alignment.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and recommend mitigation or optimization strategies.

• Team Leadership & Talent Development
• Lead, coach, and develop 2–3 FP&A analysts, fostering strong technical capability, business acumen, and executive presence.
• Establish clear performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback and professional development support.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the FP&A team.
• Review and validate team deliverables to ensure analytical rigor and accuracy.

• Process Excellence & Financial Systems
• Drive continuous improvement of planning, consolidation, and reporting processes to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Champion automation and improved use of financial systems, dashboards, and reporting tools.
• Ensure strong governance, documentation, and adherence to corporate financial policies and internal controls.
• Partner with Finance Systems and IT teams on enhancements impacting FP&A workflows.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Serve as a trusted finance partner across Corporate, Commercial, Operations, and Supply Chain teams.
• Facilitate alignment between enterprise financial targets and functional execution plans.
• Represent FP&A in cross-functional initiatives impacting financial planning, reporting, or strategic priorities.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field required
• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related analytical roles
• Demonstrated experience leading enterprise planning cycles and financial consolidations
• Prior people leadership experience required
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical expertise
• Strong understanding of financial statements, cash flow, capital allocation, and performance metrics
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills required
• Experience with ERP and planning tools (e.g., SAP, S4, BPC, Power BI or similar platforms) preferred
• Ability to synthesize complex financial data into concise executive-level messaging
• Strong organizational and project management skills; able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
• High degree of integrity and ability to handle confidential information
• Strong executive communication and presentation skills
• Occasional travel may be required (up to approximately 10%) for planning sessions, leadership meetings, or business reviews

Benefits

• Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
• Health Savings Account (with employer-base deposit and match)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Competitive 401(k) with generous employer base deposit and match
• Incentive opportunity
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• PTO Buy/Sell Options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance