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Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Franklin Energy Services
125,000 USD-150,000 USD
United States, California, Carlsbad
Jul 25, 2025
As a combined organization, Franklin Energy and AM Conservation Group is undertaking what is perhaps the central challenge of our times - to help drive the transition to net-zero carbon economies while ensuring that no working families, businesses, or local communities are left behind. To do that, we are the utility industry's top provider of turn-key energy efficiency and grid optimization programs and products, all of which contribute to reducing carbon and waste and, at the same time, free-up resources for creating more innovation investment and jobs. With over 26 years in business, we have more than 1,300 experts across the United States and Canada, with warehouses on both coasts. The organization's integrated in-house services provide deep personalization and insights, helping energy partners achieve their carbon-reduction and energy productivity goals. We believe the organization's most "precious resources" are its people. We pledge a relentless pursuit to embody a culture that acknowledges, recognizes, and infinitely seeks to understand the unique differences of its people. We are committed to creating employee experiences that continually attract and embrace a multiracial, multicultural, and multigenerational workforce that promotes outstanding performance and mirrors our diverse partnerships, clients and communities we serve. Position Summary The position Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager will be responsible for leading the forecasting, annual budgeting, rolling forecast, scenario modeling, variance analysis, and special projects as it relates to Strategic Investment planning. The FP&A Manager will perform financial modeling and analysis of strategic investments and work collaboratively across the organization. The FP&A Manager works under the guidance of the organization's Senior Leadership and alongside the larger corporate Finance and Accounting team. The FP&A Manager assists with directing the organization's financial operations and administration for multiple companies. This position requires an experienced, collaborative financial professional with strong leadership and people management skills. The successful candidate must be able to think strategically as well as ensure efficient and effective day-to-day operations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time. Oversee financial modeling of company's strategic opportunities Conduct variable/rolling forecasting and budgeting for multiple business units Perform project costing and pricing analysis of commercial solar projects Collaborate with procurement, sales, and operations to find ways to optimize business unit and support management decision making Derive and manage key performance indicators and drivers of the business Ensure accuracy on reported financial results and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and procedures Perform cash projections to effectively manage cash balances future obligations Identify risks; propose and implement risk mitigation strategies Coordinate the provision of information to internal/external auditors and examiners Ad-hoc Financial Reporting Position Requirements Education and Experience Bachelors in accounting or finance MBA and/or CPA highly preferred Five or more years in FP&A, 1-2 years in solar or energy industry is preferred Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Excellent knowledge and understanding of US GAAP; skilled technical accounting proficiency Understanding of corporate tax laws specifically as it relates to solar investments and ITC Familiarity with capital and lease financing structures; experience in construction and the solar and energy efficiency industry a plus Attention to detail, budgeting, forecasting, and strong analytical, financial, and strategic thinking skills Demonstrated ability to model financial investments and present financial data in concise, logical, useful manner Must be fluent in Microsoft suite of products, understanding of Power BI or similar tools is a plus We are looking for dedicated, service-oriented, professionals who share our mission of developing innovative engineering, software and management solutions to promote a clean energy future and who are aligned with our core values. Committed to diversity and inclusion Licenses & Certifications Valid driver's license Travel Requirements Willingness to travel up to 5% Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The above information describes the general duties and requirements necessary to perform the principle functions of the position. This shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the duties and requirements that may be necessary in this position. An Equal Opportunity Employer