We are looking for an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to join a growing insurance organization in Jersey City, New Jersey. This role is ideal for a finance specialist who can translate complex business performance into clear forecasts, actionable insights, and well-supported recommendations for leadership. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional stakeholders in a collaborative environment while contributing to budgeting, reporting, and strategic planning activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning process to support financial decision-making across the business.<br>• Build and maintain financial models that evaluate performance trends, business drivers, and future scenarios.<br>• Analyze monthly and quarterly results, explain key variances, and present meaningful insights to senior leaders.<br>• Partner with operational and business teams to improve expense management and strengthen financial visibility.<br>• Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations that communicate financial performance in a clear and concise manner.<br>• Support strategic initiatives by assessing financial impact, identifying risks, and recommending data-driven actions.<br>• Use planning and reporting tools, including Adaptive Insights, to enhance forecasting accuracy and streamline analysis.<br>• Contribute to ongoing improvements in financial planning processes, reporting standards, and internal controls.