Financial Planning and Accounting Manager

About Company:

At Mainstream Fiber Networks, we are doing more than delivering fiber-optic internet; we are transforming the digital future of rural Indiana.

As a proud Indiana-based company, our mission is simple but powerful: bring reliable, high-speed fiber internet to underserved communities and close the digital divide across our state. Through cutting-edge technology, strong community partnerships, and a passionate team, we are helping Hoosier communities access the opportunities that connectivity provides.

At Mainstream Fiber Networks, our success is powered by our people. We invest in our employees, support professional growth, and foster a culture built on innovation, collaboration, and community impact.

If you’re passionate about technology, service, and making a difference in the communities we serve, we invite you to join us in bringing reliable fiber internet to rural Indiana.

We are not just a utility provider; we are neighbors, community partners, and advocates for rural connectivity, committed to ensuring that no Hoosier community is left behind in the digital age.

Together, we’re building the future one connection at a time.

About the Role:

The Financial Planning and Accounting Manager plays a critical role in overseeing the financial health and strategic planning of the organization. This position is responsible for managing all accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and developing comprehensive financial plans that support business objectives. The manager will lead budgeting processes, forecast financial performance, and analyze variances to provide actionable insights to senior leadership. They will also ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls to safeguard company assets. Ultimately, this role drives financial efficiency and supports informed decision-making to promote sustainable growth.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial planning roles.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and financial regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.
• Advanced skills in financial modeling and data analysis tools.
• Previous leadership experience managing a finance or accounting team.
• Familiarity with tax regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities 

Planning and analysis

• Own the annual budget and rolling forecasts, connecting build plans, subscriber growth, and operating costs into one integrated model.
• Build and maintain financial models for network expansion, including cost per passing, cost per connection, take rate assumptions, and payback by market.
• Develop business cases and scenario analyses for new markets, major capital projects, pricing changes, and grant opportunities.
• Produce monthly performance reporting for leadership: budget vs. actual, forecast updates, and the “why” behind the variances.
• Define and track core KPIs such as ARPU, churn, penetration, capex per passing, and EBITDA by market, and make sure leadership trusts the numbers.
• Partner with Construction, Engineering, Operations, and Sales as their finance lead, helping them understand the financial impact of decisions before they make them.
• Support capital planning and funding needs, including lender, investor, or board reporting as required.

Systems and team

• Improve forecasting speed and accuracy by optimizing NetSuite reporting, reducing manual spreadsheets, and utilize AI and automation tools where they add value.

• Supervise, coach, and develop finance and accounting staff.

Skills:

The required skills such as accounting expertise and financial planning are applied daily to ensure accurate bookkeeping, compliance, and strategic budgeting. Proficiency in accounting software and Excel enables efficient data management and reporting. Analytical skills are essential for interpreting financial data, identifying trends, and advising leadership on financial decisions. Leadership and communication skills are used to guide and develop the finance team while collaborating with other departments. Preferred skills like ERP system knowledge and advanced financial modeling enhance the ability to streamline processes and provide deeper financial insights.