About Factory6

Factory6 is a contract manufacturer and co-packer specializing in the development and production of high-quality nutraceutical powder products, including capsules, tablets, and beverage powders. 

As a full-service development partner, we simplify the complex process of supplement creation while maintaining radical transparency and adhering to the highest regulatory standards. Our mission is driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to delivering customized products packed with quality ingredients and superior flavor.

About the role

Factory6 is seeking an experienced FP&A Professional to act as our new FP&A Manager. This is a highly autonomous role reporting directly to the President of the company. Direct experience in the manufacturing industry is highly preferred for this position. As the first dedicated FP&A hire, you will be empowered to architect the company’s financial planning infrastructure from the ground up. We are looking for a "builder" who is comfortable pioneering new processes and acting as a strategic partner to the executive team. The core mission of this role is to support department budget development, track General & Administrative (G&A) expenses, and meticulously manage Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) related to our supply chain and production operations. You will be a primary driver in ensuring the company meets its revenue and profitability targets through technical precision and strategic insight.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Budgeting

• AOP Ownership:  Manage an Annual Operating Plan (AOP), periodic forecasts, and long-range planning processes.
• Budget Development:  Lead the creation of budgets across all departments, ensuring strict alignment with Factory6's growth and profitability goals.
• Calendar Management:  Establish and maintain a master FP&A calendar, coordinating timelines for annual plans, quarterly forecasts, monthly closes, and Board deliverables.
• Standardization:  Develop and communicate planning instructions, templates, and key assumptions to budget owners to drive consistency in methodologies and financial definitions organization-wide.

Financial Modeling & Analysis

• Integrated Modeling:  Own and maintain the company’s integrated financial model, including the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement.
• Technical Depth:  Build scenario analysis capabilities to evaluate business risks, strategic investments, and operating performance, with a specific focus on liquidity and working capital management.
• System Administration:  Act as the internal owner and administrator of the company’s planning software; identify process gaps and lead system improvements to ensure data integrity and scalable planning cycles.
• KPI Integration:  Develop driver-based model inputs by working cross-functionally to utilize key departmental KPIs.
• Reporting:  Produce the monthly financial reporting package and lead monthly operating reviews with department heads.

Cash Management & Compliance

• Cash Forecasting:  Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to provide weekly cash forecasts to leadership.
• Covenant Tracking:  Monitor and track key lender covenant compliance metrics to ensure financial stability.
• Profitability Protection:  Proactively track and analyze COGS and G&A expenses, identifying variances in manufacturing costs to protect company margins.
• Executive Support:  Prepare high-level materials for executive discussions, including Board presentations and leadership operating reviews.

Qualifications

Required:

• Industry Experience:  5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A or Corporate Finance,  specifically within the manufacturing industry.
• Education:  Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, including expertise in building integrated financial statements, variance analysis, and complex financial modeling.
• Systems: Proven experience utilizing and improving ERP systems and financial planning software.
• Attributes:  High degree of autonomy; must be comfortable executing initiatives and architecting departments with minimal supervision.

Preferred:

• Education/Certification:  MBA or professional certifications such as Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA) or Financial Planning & Analysis Professional (FPAP).
• Financial Expertise:  Deep understanding of accounting fundamentals, specifically relating to manufacturing working capital.

Work Schedule

Due to the autonomous nature of this role, the FP&A will need to work in our Lindon office and follow a “9 to 5” schedule during operating hours. This is a full-time exempt position. The company's operating hours are 6:00 am to 11:30 pm Monday through Thursday and 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on Fridays.

Benefits

• Health:  Comprehensive medical coverage with optional dental and vision elections.
• Retirement:  401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Time Off:  Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays.

Why Work at Factory6?

Join a company with sustained growth and a strong industry presence, where you can be part of a collaborative culture built on teamwork, integrity, and innovation. Beyond our great benefits, this role offers a unique opportunity to directly influence executive decision-making and the company's financial future. We provide an environment where quality and continuous improvement are rewarded and where you will be empowered to drive the success of a rapidly expanding manufacturer.