Director of FP&A

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Who We Are

At CPC (Colder Products Company), we’re not just connecting fluid lines – we’re connecting people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been engineering cutting-edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets.

But what sets us apart? Our people.

We’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and forward-thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. Paul, with over 700 employees in 14 countries, we’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us!

Your Role

Are you ready to make an impact and work with a company that values your expertise, ideas, and career growth? As our next Director of FP&A , you’ll be at the forefront of shaping our organization’s success. This isn’t just a job – it’s a career move where you’ll thrive, learn, and enjoy coming to work.

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Responsibilities:

• Leads CPC’s forecasting and reporting requirements for the annual operating plan (AOP), strategic plan, quarterly forecasts, and monthly outlooks
• Strategize, develop, and execute effective presentations to communicate business results and forecast to senior management, including the VP of CPC, Sr. Director of Finance, and corporate leaders within Dover; expert at “telling the story” of the businesses
• Lead the S&OP process for Finance by partnering with various departments including manufacturing, planning, and sales to ensure customer and business needs are met
• Strong partner with other departments to drive margin/process/working capital improvement initiatives across the business
• Able to develop relationships with both financial and non-financial colleagues, at local and corporate levels
• Support the understanding of the business unit P&L’s
• Capable of explaining complex financial concepts to non-financial business partners
• Evaluate key capital investments for financial justification and make investment recommendations to leadership
• Serve as a key strategic advisor to the Sr. Director of Finance
• Performs other job duties as assigned to meet business needs

Management Responsibilities:

• Supervises 3 employees in a growing Finance department.
  • Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Coaches team members for career growth and performance optimization.

Qualifications:

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in Finance or Accounting
• 10+ years of experience in finance roles with focus on quantitative analysis, decision making, and FP&A
• At least 5 years of manufacturing experience
• A creative thinker that thrives in ambiguity and can not only identify problems, but also influence the business and lead with solutions
• Positive, driven, and energetic; able to roll-up his/her sleeves and work both in the details and contribute to high-level strategic development
• Advanced data analysis and skilled in Microsoft Excel, experience bridging financial results to tell the financial story
• Advanced level skill in Microsoft PowerPoint
• Must be familiar with financial models, metrics, and tools used to determine projected financial benefits and profitability such as: Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), Return on Investment (ROI), Free Cash Flow (FCF) and working capital analysis

Preferred Skills:

• MBA and/or CPA
• Oracle experience
• Onestream, HFM, Essbase, or similar consolidation tool

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​ Why You’ll Love Working Here

Our Culture

At CPC, our people aren’t just employees, they’re the driving force behind our success. We’ve built a culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and integrity, where every voice matters, and innovation thrives. It’s not just us saying it; CPC has been recognized as a Top Workplace 4x in the past 5 years, because we genuinely care about our employees’ growth, well-being, and success. This isn’t just a workplace; it’s a community where you’ll feel valued, empowered, and inspired to do your best work every day.

Growth & Development

We invest in you. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, or advance your career, we’re here to support you. We offer:

-  Mentorship, hands-on training, and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

-  Tuition Assistance to support continued education, plus scholarship programs for children of eligible employees.

-  A Co-Op and intern program in partnership with several universities for hands-on industry experience.

-  Recognition programs that celebrate your contributions, from employee loyalty awards to peer-to-peer recognition.

Because when you succeed, we all succeed.

Work/Life Balance

We get it – work is important, but so is life outside of it. That’s why CPC ensures you have the time and flexibility to live, recharge, and give back. Our programs include:

-  Multiple paid-time off programs, including PTO, company-paid holidays, bereavement leave, and paid volunteer time to support causes you care about.

-  Paid Parental Leave so you can focus on what matters most.

 -  Wellness support, including access to in-person and online advisors for mental, financial, and overall well-being.

We believe that a balanced, fulfilled team creates the best workplace.

Benefits & Compensation

At CPC, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being, including but not limited to:

• Health & Wellness:
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision coverage starting day one for you and your family.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans.
  • Company-paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance for added security.
  • Onsite gym & wellness programs to help stay active and healthy.
• Financial Benefits:
  • 401k plan with automatic employer contributions starting on day one, plus profit-sharing to invest in your future.
  • Referral bonuses – get rewarded for connecting talented friends and family to CPC job openings.
• Salary: $160,000/year - $175,000/year 
  • This range is the pay scale for this role in Minnesota. Individual compensation is based on skills, experience, and qualifications related to this position.
• Bonus Eligibility: Yes 

Join Us

If you’re ready to be part of an innovative team that values connection and collaboration, we want to hear from you!

We are an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

 This position may be located in: Americas : United States : Minnesota : Arden Hills

Sub Division : Finance/IT

Job Requisition ID : 60251

Job Function : Finance

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