Financial Planning and Analysis Manager
Accounting & Finance · Full-time
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
If you are a FP&A professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Cranberry Township, PA office, as the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager you will lead the Global Financial Planning & Analysis team in financial planning, forecasting, performance reporting, and decision support for the business unit. Working closely with a global team of cross-functional leaders, you will transform business performance data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making, drive operational excellence, and contribute to sustainable growth.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
- Provide financial data and ad hoc analysis to all levels of management within the business unit and Emerson.
- Partner with world area finance, operations, supply chain, R&D, marketing, and other cross-functional teams to improve forecast accuracy and identify risks and opportunities.
- Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support informed business decisions.
- Prepare executive-level reporting and presentations that clearly communicate insights, business impacts, and recommended actions.
- Analyze and communicate monthly and quarterly business performance, highlighting key drivers and business impacts.
- Drive continuous improvement through process standardization, automation, and enhanced use of planning, ERP, and business intelligence tools.
- Lead and develop finance team members in a collaborative environment focused on accountability, process improvement, and knowledge sharing.
- Support new product development process by reviewing business cases and providing guidance to stakeholders.
You transform financial information into business intelligence through analysis and integration of quantitative and qualitative information. You know how businesses work and how organizations make money. You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting or relevant experience in lieu of education.
- Minimum 6 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, finance business partnering, financial analysis, or similar.
- Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, management reporting, and business performance evaluation.
- Detail-oriented approach with strong leadership skills and experience leading teams, projects, or complex planning processes.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate professionally and concisely with all levels of management.
- Ability to travel up to 10% as needed.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
- Advanced business system knowledge, including Hyperion Financial Management (HFM), Excel, and PowerPoint; experience working with PowerBI is a plus.
- Familiarity with AI, automation, and advanced analytics concepts.
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
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We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
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Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
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Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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If you are a FP&A Manager looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Pittsburgh, PA location, you will lead the Global Financial Planning & Analysis team in financial planning, forecasting, performance reporting, and decision support for the business unit. Working closely with a global team of cross-functional leaders, you will transform business performance data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making, drive operational excellence, and contribute to sustainable growth.