FP&A Manager

FP&A Manager

Job Description

Who We Are:

Marketlab is a market leading healthcare solutions organization specializing in the design, manufacturing, and sourcing of private label products. It’s our mission to provide our healthcare partners timely solutions with a straightforward approach based on knowing them and their work. Every day we strive to positively impact the lives of the people who in turn impact the health and wellness of our communities. 

Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Marketlab’s success is built upon a foundation of collaboration, innovation, and the belief that every team member plays a vital role in creating an exceptional customer service experience.

The Opportunity:

The FP&A Manager will play a critical role in the company’s financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making. This position will combine strategic insight with hands-on execution, leading budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis that guides the direction of the business. As a key partner to the Director of Finance, CFO, and cross-functional leaders, the FP&A Manager will help strengthen financial processes, enhance reporting, and improve decision-making through clear analysis and collaboration. The role may also support M&A activity, including financial modeling, due diligence, and integration planning. This individual will also contribute to the growth of the FP&A function by mentoring others, improving planning tools, and supporting scalable practices in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

This role reports to the Director of Finance. 

Functional/Technical Competencies

• • Data Analysis & Interpretation - Proficiency in analyzing large data sets, financial KPIs, manufacturing and other metrics.
• • Business Acumen - Ability to understand the business quickly and contribute to the overall success of the business as well as recognizing the financial, operational, and customer service impacts of decisions and actions within the distribution center.
• • Communication & Cross Functional Collaboration - Able to translate financial concepts for non financial teams and to varying levels of leadership (e.g., operations, production, logistics).
• • Problem Solving & Critical Thinking - Strong decision making ability grounded in financial data.
• • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) - Able to provide actionable insights to optimize operational efficiency.
• • Technology Proficiency - Experience with finance and manufacturing software (e.g., ERP, MRP systems) as well as knowledge of business intelligence tools.
  
  

What You’ll Do:

Planning, Forecasting & Reporting:

• Lead the company’s budgeting and forecasting processes in coordination with business partners across functions.
• Analyze financial performance versus plan, identify trends, and present actionable insights to finance and business leadership.
• Maintain and enhance forecasting models and templates to support scenario planning and decision-making.
• Support multi-year planning and annual budgeting cycles with structured financial frameworks and recommendations.

Business Partnership & Decision Support:

• Partner with leaders across the organization to deliver strategic and operational insights.
• Translate complex financial data into business-focused guidance that supports performance improvement and resource allocation.
• Provide ad hoc analysis to support Commercial & Operational initiatives.
• Promote transparency with leadership and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication even in challenging situations.

Process Improvement & Systems Development:

• Evaluate and improve FP&A processes, streamlining workflows for the budget process, reporting, and performance tracking.
• Support the implementation and optimization of financial planning systems (Excel, NetSuite, and other tools).
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of data used in financial reporting and analysis.

Leadership & Team Development:

• Inspire a high-performance culture by setting clear expectations, ensuring accountability, and motivating employees to achieve more than they believe possible. 
• Foster a mindset of continuous growth and excellence, encouraging bold experimentation and learning from failure. Coach and guide other Finance team members to strengthen analysis capabilities.
• Serve as a thought partner to the Director of Finance and CFO on team structure, capability building, and scaling FP&A function over time.

Strategic Support and M&A:

• Support the Director of Finance and CFO in strategic projects including board and investor presentations, long-range planning, and M&A activity—such as financial modeling, due diligence, and integration planning.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or Economics is required, Master’s Degree ( CPA, CRA, FP&A Certification) preferred
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance or related roles.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, distribution or healthcare/medical supply is a strong plus.
• Experience in ERP systems (NetSuite) and planning reporting tools.
• Proven ability to analyze financial data, identify trends and translate findings into business insights.
• Strong Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with NetSuite and financial planning tools preferred.
• Experience supporting M&A activity, including due diligence, financial modeling, and integration planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - able to convey financial concepts to non-financial audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally with operations, sales and executive leadership teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under tight deadlines and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment. 

Benefits:

• ALL benefits are effective day one of employment
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO policy and paid holidays
• 401k match
• Flexibility with work from home
• Scholarship reimbursement 
• Paid parental leave 
• Paid short term disability leave
• Health and wellness program
• Employee discount program within our family of companies