Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis @ Ministry Brands

Ministry Brands is looking for a  Manager of Financial Planning & Analysisto join our growing team!

Who we are

Ministry Brands is a leading provider of SaaS operational management systems, payments platforms, digital engagement tools and background screening solutions for faith-based, non-profit and for-profit organizations. We serve more than 95,000 customers as a trusted partner in digital transformation and enablement – advancing missions, driving efficiencies, and building engaged communities for more than four decades. The diverse and real-world experiences of our team members serving their communities makes us stronger together and enhances our ability to advance digital transformation for the greater good.   

Ministry Brands is committed to acknowledging and valuing our employee differences and to creating an environment in which every individual’s unique strengths and abilities are developed and valued. Our employees share in the responsibility for creating this environment and demonstrate mutual respect and acceptance in the workplace. We welcome everyone and are dedicated to creating a culture where all our employees have equal opportunity to be heard and reach their full potential.  

Available Location: Alpharetta, GA

Hybrid Working: In this role, you will split your time between working at the designated company office in Alpharetta, GA for a minimum of 3 days per week and will work remotely from your home address up to 2 days per week. Any changes to these work locations must follow the appropriate process as outlined in our handbook.

What You'll Do:

As theManager of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), you will provide financial planning and ad-hoc analytics to help drive the financial and operational performance of Ministry Brands. This position will require experience leveraging large data sets using a combination of data analytics tools such as Power BI or Tableau in combination with excellent MS Excel skills to drive meaningful business insights and develop models that help support corporate decision-making. The individual will be an insightful, decisive, critical thinker, and commercially focused business partner. Further, theFP&A Managerwill be able to collaborate closely within finance and with cross-functional teams; demonstrating the knowledge and maturity to work independently across our business units and with the leadership team. 

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

Lead the preparation of annual budgets and recurring forecasts for operating expenses and headcount.
Develop, maintain, and improve global financial models to support long-term corporate strategy.
Conduct scenario modeling, sensitivity analyses, and quantitative reviews to inform leadership decisions.
Prepare and deliver variance analyses (actuals vs. forecast/budget) with clear insights and explanations.

Headcount & Workforce Planning

Own companywide headcount planning models, partnering with HR and business leaders to forecast staffing, compensation, and workforce costs.
Provide analysis of workforce trends (hiring, attrition, productivity) and align with business priorities.
Ensure alignment of headcount requests with budget targets and strategic goals.

Expense Ownership & Business Partnering

Act as the primary financial partner for department leaders, reviewing and challenging spend requests.
Provide actionable insights to optimize operating efficiency and resource allocation.
Maintain cost governance processes, ensuring expense requests align with company objectives.

Reporting & Deliverables

Translate accounting data, non-financial metrics, and analyses intobest-in-class presentations that tell a clear, fact-based story.
Assist in preparation of management dashboards, board materials, and other executive deliverables.
Provide scheduled and ad-hoc reporting to support decision-making at all levels.

Systems, Data & Process Improvement

Develop and maintain new forecasting tools; provide input on system enhancements and automation.
Manage and maintain company historical financial and operational data.
Partner with Accounting to ensure accurate expense recognition and reporting.
Continuously improve FP&A processes to increase accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.

Leadership & Governance

Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and integrity with sensitive company data.
Ensure financial controls are followed in budget, forecasting, and reporting processes.

Who You Are:

Detail-oriented with a results-driven attitude and enthusiasm for helping purpose driven organizations
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or Economics or equivalent education and experience; MBA, CFA, or CPA preferred
2+ years of experience in an investment bank, PE firm, PE-owned portfolio company or top-tier consulting firm
Experience working within a FinTech or Payments company is a strong plus
10+ years relevant work experience
Expert in Excel and Business Intelligence tools like PowerBI preferred, SQL experience is a plus
Experience with ERP and Planning systems; strong proficiency in Workday and Adaptive is a plus
Teaming with colleagues, both junior and senior, on shared deliverables and/or goals and working independently
Contributing as a team player with a positive attitude and intellectual curiosity to learn new things
Ability to prioritize tasks, adapt to change, communicate expectations, adhere to deadlines while managing multiple projects simultaneously

Analytical and Technical:

Managing financial reporting and budgeting/forecasting processes by supporting the organization to measure the execution in order to achieve corporate targets.
Leveraging understanding of US GAAP as well as corporate accounting and auxiliary functions including revenue, treasury, and financial reporting.
Developing lender and shareholder financial reporting in a zero-defect environment.
Establishing and enhancing sophisticated forecasting and business/earnings analysis systems and procedures.
Providing financial solutions utilizing various modeling and analysis tools and valuation modeling/methodologies.
Developing cash flow analysis, strategic modeling and forecast planning.
Constructing revenue, cost, and EBITDA bridges, performing transaction analysis, performing sum-of-the-parts asset valuation analysis, creating pro forma models, performing sensitivity analysis, performing IRR calculations under multiple scenarios
Solving complex problems with the ability to exercise mature judgment
Establishing metrics for monitoring and managing a diverse portfolio of SaaS, services and payments businesses
Implement and leverage business intelligence systems to improve analysis

Communication:

Developing and/or managing the creation and quality of “best-in-class" presentations
Presenting in front of audiences including internal and external stakeholders
Collaborating with all levels of the internal organization and with external partners
Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information

Physical Considerations:

Ability to work in a general office environment
Ability to handle extended periods of computer-based work, including telephone

Travel Considerations:

Domestic and/or international travel required, estimated up to 5%

Benefit offerings designed to promote a life of balance!  
 

At Ministry Brands, we recognize that your career is just one important piece of your dynamic life. We offer a robust range of benefit offerings designed to cultivate a lifestyle of balance and personal success. 
 
Robust healthcare options – Options include a plan that is 100% covered by Ministry Brands for employee only coverage as well as a generous HSA contribution by the company. Employees have several healthcare options to choose from in order to find what works best for them. 

Flexible paid time off –There is no perfect, one size fits all balance between work and home. We provide flexible work schedules, PTO for vacation, and up to 80 hours of paid sick/safe leave. We also feature 11.5 days of fully paid holidays!  

Paid parental leave – Adding a new child to the family is a big adjustment! We provide the time and income to allow parents to adjust to their new normal in the healthiest way possible.  

Mental health support–Ministry Brands is a stigma free company with the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Associates are supported through an Employee Assistance Program which provides access to in-person or virtual counseling at no cost.  

Professional development reimbursement–Ministry Brands aims to support your professional development and empower you to drive your career by providing financial assistance to our associates seeking to further their education and career.

Employee Recognition & Rewards -At Ministry Brands, we use Nectar to celebrate achievements and strengthen our culture of recognition. This social platform empowers employees to send meaningful kudos, award points redeemable for rewards, and highlight contributions that exemplify our values. Through Nectar, we foster engagement and appreciation while providing tangible ways to recognize great work.

Ministry Brands is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis

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