Senior Manager, FP&A
About Us
SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,300+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
Summary of the Position
Are you a strategic finance leader with a passion for workforce financial planning and a deep understanding of global compensation dynamics? We are seeking a Senior Manager, FP&A – Global Compensation Planning to lead all aspects of compensation-related financial forecasting, actuals, and reporting across the organization. This highly visible role partners closely with HR, Total Rewards, and Finance leadership to support strategic workforce decisions, optimize personnel costs, and drive operational efficiency.
As a key member of the Global FP&A team, you will oversee a team of analysts and own the compensation planning process end-to-end — developing models, enhancing systems, and providing actionable insights to leadership. If you're ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership & Business Partnership
- Serve as the global lead for compensation forecasting and personnel expense planning, including salaries, bonuses, benefits, and other workforce-related costs.
- Partner with HR, Total Rewards, and regional finance teams to ensure alignment of workforce strategies with financial goals.
- Own the financial planning calendar and deliverables for global compensation, including Budget, Forecasts, LRP (Long-Range Planning), and Monthly Close/Variance reporting.
Reporting, Forecasting & Analysis
- Develop, manage, and enhance detailed financial models to track and forecast global compensation and headcount.
- Provide monthly and quarterly reporting on actuals vs. forecast for personnel expenses, partnering with Accounting and HR to explain variances.
- Deliver executive-level dashboards and reports with insightful commentary and analysis to drive decision-making.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Manage and mentor a team of analysts supporting compensation and workforce finance.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in financial analysis and reporting.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data consistency and strategic alignment across the enterprise.
Process Optimization & Automation
- Lead initiatives to automate and streamline reporting processes using tools like Power BI, Excel macros, and financial systems integrations.
- Identify areas for improvement in data flow, planning systems, and modeling approaches.
Confidential Data Handling & Compliance
- Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and compliance in managing sensitive employee compensation data.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls and company policies for personnel-related financial data.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- Experience: 6–10 years of progressive experience in FP&A with a strong focus on compensation finance, headcount planning, or workforce strategy.
- Industry: Experience in global or matrixed environments; consumer goods or retail experience is a plus.
- Technical: Expert in Excel and financial modeling; experience with Power BI, HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, Greenhouse), and ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) is highly preferred.
- Analytical & Communication Skills: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strong business acumen; able to translate complex data into executive-ready insights.
- Leadership: Proven track record in managing and developing high-performing teams; comfortable leading cross-functional initiatives.
Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com
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