Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Job-ID: 43239

Category: Accounting/Finance

Location: Columbus, OH, United States

Schedule: Full time

Posted: 2026-10-22

The Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis is responsible for oversight of reporting (including report development), analysis and forecasting activities. This role evaluates business performance, identifies emerging risks and translates financial and operational results into actionable insights for senior leadership. The Manager leads key elements of forecasting, annual budgeting, long-range planning, and executive performance reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop executive-level reporting and commentary that connects financial results with relevant commercial and operational drivers

• Support earnings preparation and external reporting by providing financial analysis and business context

• Contribute to ad hoc financial analyses and cross-functional projects, bringing structure and clarity to business issues

• Assist in the setting of short- and long-term variable compensation targets and provide reporting that measures/summarizes attainment of compensation related metrics

• Collaborate with support function department heads to develop budgets, manage operational expenses and identify cost optimization opportunities

• Identify and implement scalable improvements to financial reporting processes, enhancing efficiency, accuracy and team capacity with the assistance of AI tools

• Support the integration of acquisitions into the existing financial reporting environment

Capabilities:

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

• Strong analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills

• Track record of process improvement

• Create visualization tools that allow stakeholders to analyze and interpret large financial data sets

• Multi-task in a fast-paced environment and prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines

• Develop strong cross-functional partnerships

• Interact confidently and lead business discussions with peers, business partners and senior leadership

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field from an accredited university

• Extensive experience in a senior leadership role within financial planning and analysis (FP&A)

• Intermediate understanding of General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

• Experience with Oracle, Tagetik, SAP, Hyperion or similar financial systems

• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint

About the company

Hesitant to apply because you may not meet every specific requirement? If this role is something you are interested in, but your previous experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply! At Worthington Steel we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognize that individuals with diverse experiences and backgrounds are essential to our success. You may be the perfect candidate for this role or others within our organization.

Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) is a metals processor that partners with customers to deliver highly technical and customized solutions. Worthington Steel’s expertise in carbon flat-roll steel processing, electrical steel laminations and tailor welded solutions are driving steel toward a more sustainable future.

As one of the most trusted metals processors in North America, Worthington Steel and its approximately 6,000 employees harness the power of steel to advance our customers’ visions through value-added processing capabilities including galvanizing, pickling, configured blanking, specialty cold reduction, lightweighting and electrical lamination. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Steel operates 37 facilities in seven states and 10 countries. Following a people-first Philosophy, commitment to sustainability and proven business system, Worthington Steel’s purpose is to generate positive returns by providing trusted and innovative solutions for customers, creating opportunities for employees and strengthening its communities.

Worthington Steel Inc., and its subsidiaries, is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, disability or veteran’s status.

Tagged as: Clari, Compensation Design, Data Visualization, Excel, Financial Modeling, Forecasting, Project Management