# Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) at STR > Remote · United States · Manager · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Asystemstechnologyresearch%3A4716432006 (read 2026-11-05). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [STR](https://alderhq.app/companies/str) - Location text: Woburn, MA; Remote; Woburn - Where it can be done from (inferred): Remote · United States (evidence: "Location: Woburn, MA; Remote; Woburn") - Posted: 2026-09-28 (37 days ago) - First seen by alder: 2026-11-02 · last verified: 2026-11-04 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/systemstechnologyresearch/jobs/4716432006 ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: not posted - Market band for similar posted roles (United States, n 6389): p25 $80k, median $134k, p75 $171k ## Description (the employer's text) ### Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) ### Position Summary STR is seeking an innovative and strategic financial leader to serve as Sr. Manager of FP&A. Reporting to the Director of FP&A, the Sr. Manager will be responsible for all aspects of financial planning and analysis, including annual and long-term company-wide budgeting, forecasting, rate development, investment analysis, incentive compensation, and supporting executive-level reporting. This is a transformative role for an experienced FP&A leader passionate about leveraging technology—particularly AI and advanced analytics—to drive business insight, operational efficiency, and scalable growth. The Sr. Manager will operate as a key advisor to the Director of FP&A and Division Finance Leads, ensuring STR’s finance function exceeds the requirements typical of highly regulated and rapidly growing organizations. We are seeking a leader who brings a high degree of financial rigor, governance discipline, and a forward-looking mindset—someone comfortable operating within the robust standards and expectations of highly complex, audit-intensive organizations. We support flexible work arrangements for this role, including remote work within the U.S.. For candidates located near our Woburn, MA office, a hybrid schedule is preferred to enable effective partnership, relationship building, and cross-functional collaboration. ### What you will do ### Strategic Leadership Shape the future of the finance function by introducing best-in-class processes and tools for automation, efficiency, accuracy, and scalability. ### AI & Analytics Transformation Champion adoption of AI and machine learning techniques within FP&A to enhance forecasting, scenario modeling, and data-driven decision making. Evaluate and adopt emerging tools in financial planning, reporting, and analysis that leverage AI or predictive analytics capabilities. ### Planning & Forecasting Oversee annual operating plans (AOP), monthly forecasts, and long-range (LRP) strategic planning. Ensure tight alignment among operational, financial, and strategic objectives, and develop models explaining key drivers of business performance. ### Rate Strategy & Analysis Develop and refine indirect rate strategies to ensure competitive, compliant, and forward-looking cost structures consistent with contract requirements and company strategy. ### Investment & Incentive Analysis Lead financial analysis and tracking for R&D, capital, facility, bid & proposal, and new product development investments. Partner with HR on incentive compensation plans, including performance modeling and target setting. Provide actionable analysis to inform strategic investment decisions. ### KPI Development & Performance Oversight Lead the design and implementation of enterprise KPIs and financial metrics that provide investor-grade transparency and integrity, supporting executive- and Board-level decision-making with timely insights. ### Executive & Board Communication Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations and actionable financial insights to the CFO, executive leadership, and Board of Directors, ensuring clarity and accuracy consistent with external stakeholder and boardroom expectations. ### Governance & Financial Controls Establish and maintain rigorous financial controls, policies, and reporting standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and readiness for external audits and Board oversight. ### Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team. Build talent pipelines and foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning. ### Cross-Functional Partnership Collaborate across STR to influence strategic decisions and drive data-driven business outcomes as a trusted advisor to operations and functional leaders. ### Who you are - This position requires the ability to obtain a US government security clearance, for which US citizenship is needed by the US Government - Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field required; MBA or Master’s preferred. - Minimum 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience in the defense contracting industry. --- Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). Cite https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Asystemstechnologyresearch%3A4716432006 and the date you read it. Observed facts come from the employer's own listing; location reach, level, family and skills are inferences.