FP&A Manager - Hybrid in Columbia, MD

Succession Opportunity to Controller/Director of Finance

CFS is partnering with a great nonprofit organization, one of the nation's largest membership associations, to identify an FP&A Manager. This is a unique opportunity for a finance professional to lead budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and strategic planning while preparing to step into the organization's Controller role within the next 2-3 years.

Working closely with the current Controller, the FP&A Manager will gain exposure to all aspects of the finance function, including financial reporting, accounting operations, audits, and leadership responsibilities. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical and FP&A skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and the desire to grow into a broader finance leadership position.

Why This FP&A Manager Opportunity Is Appealing:

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• Clearly defined succession plan into the Controller position
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• Opportunity to work directly with executive leadership and key decision-makers
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• High-visibility role with influence across the organization
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• Exposure to both FP&A and accounting leadership responsibilities
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• Opportunity to mentor and develop staff
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• Ability to improve processes, reporting, and financial systems
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• Stable organization with outstanding employee tenure and culture
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• Hybrid work schedule with flexibility after onboarding
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• Unique opportunity to build a long-term career path into senior finance leadership
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Key Responsibilities of the FP&A Manager:

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• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process across all departments
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• Develop and maintain financial models, long-range plans, and revenue forecasts
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• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages, variance analyses, and executive presentations
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• Analyze membership, event, sponsorship, merchandise, and program performance
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• Partner with department leaders to evaluate spending, pricing, and strategic initiatives
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• Support event and program P&L analysis, profitability reporting, and financial planning
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• Collaborate closely with the accounting team to align forecasting and reporting activities
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• Assist with audit preparation, financial statement analysis, and accounting-related initiatives
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• Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting, automation, and operational efficiencies
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• Present financial insights and recommendations to leadership teams and governing boards
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• Supervise and mentor a Senior Accountant Analyst
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Qualifications for the FP&A Manager:

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• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
  
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  • CPA, CPA-track, MBA, CFA, or other advanced credentials strongly preferred
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• 5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, accounting, or a combination of both
  
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  • Strong budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and variance analysis experience
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  • Solid understanding of financial statements and GAAP
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• Experience within a nonprofit, membership-based organization, or service-based environment is a plus
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• Advanced Excel skills required (ability to do financial modeling preferred)
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• Experience with QuickBooks is a plus
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• Ability to communicate financial information to both financial and non-financial audiences
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• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
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• Prior leadership, supervisory, or mentoring experience preferred
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Ideal Backgrounds:

This opportunity could be an excellent fit for someone currently working as a:

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• FP&A Manager
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• Finance Manager, ideally within a non profit organization
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• Accounting Manager with budgeting and forecasting responsibilities
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• Senior Financial Analyst ready for leadership
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• Assistant Controller seeking a more strategic finance role
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• Finance professional interested in a future Controller career path
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Compensation & Schedule:

Salary: $105,000-$115,000

Work Schedule: This position is slated to start first week of September 2026. Hybrid in Columbia, MD Monday - Friday

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• First 90 days: 4 days in office, Friday remote
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• After onboarding: 3 days in office, 2 days remote
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