Financial Planning and Analysis Manager-Home Energy

Kohler Energy

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Best Practices, Business Processes, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Finance, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Device Drivers, Economics, Energy Management, Finance, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, Financial Risk, Financial Systems, Forecasting, Investment Strategy, Leadership, Operational Audit, Partner Sales, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Product Pricing, Reporting Dashboards, SAP, Sales, Sales Operations, Time Management, Usability Engineering
LOCATION
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
POSTED
5 days ago

The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager leads financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis for the Home Energy business. This role serves as a key finance partner to functional and business leadership, driving improved forecasting capabilities, transparency, and actionable insights across a growing and increasingly complex operating environment.

The Finance Manager will enhance FP&A processes, tools, and reporting frameworks to support data-driven decision-making while ensuring alignment with broader Rehlko financial standards.

Specific Responsibilities:

Planning & Forecasting

  • Lead the annual operating plan (AOP), forecasts, and long-range planning (LRP) processes for the Home Energy business

  • Develop and maintain driver-based forecasting models across product lines and sales channels

  • Improve forecast accuracy through structured analytics and scenario modeling

  • Partner with business leaders to align financial plans with operational drivers

Business Partnership & Insights

  • Serve as a primary finance partner to Sales, Operations, and leadership teams

  • Provide actionable insights on financial performance, risks, and opportunities

  • Translate financial results into clear, strategic recommendations

  • Support pricing strategies, investment decisions, and cost optimization initiatives

Performance Management & Reporting

  • Lead monthly financial reporting and business review processes

  • Ensure accuracy, consistency, and clarity of financial data

  • Develop dashboards and performance metrics to enhance visibility

  • Align reporting deliverables with Corporate FP&A requirements

Process & Systems Improvement

  • Drive continuous improvement of FP&A processes, tools, and workflows

  • Support SAP and financial planning system optimization efforts

  • Improve data integrity and usability for forecasting and reporting

  • Ensure alignment with broader Rehlko FP&A best practices

Organizational Alignment & Collaboration

  • Influence stakeholders through data-driven insights and financial expertise

  • Build forecasting rigor and reporting discipline within the team

  • Collaborate with Corporate Finance and Controllership teams as needed

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CPA/CMA preferred.

  • 5-8 years of progressive FP&A or finance experience.

  • Strong experience in forecasting, modeling, and financial analysis.

  • Experience working in ERP-based environments (SAP preferred).

  • Experience working in forecast/planning software (OneStream preferred).

  • Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.

  • Strong communication and presentation skills.

  • Strong analytical mindset connecting operational drivers to financial

  • Ability to improve forecasting discipline and predictability.

  • Credibility as a finance partner to leadership.

  • Balance of process rigor and flexibility.

  • Accountability for accurate and timely financial information.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

About the Company

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Kohler Energy