Position Summary
We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Senior FP&A Analyst to support financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational analysis initiatives that drive business performance and strategic decision-making. This role partners closely with Finance, Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, and senior leadership to deliver actionable insights, enhance visibility into key performance drivers, and support both strategic and day-to-day business objectives within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
The Senior FP&A Analyst will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, financial modeling, manufacturing cost analysis, and management reporting. The successful candidate will help leadership understand financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and support initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and profitability.
This position is ideal for a hands-on finance professional who combines strong analytical capabilities with business acumen, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. The ability to collaborate across functions, manage multiple priorities, and continuously improve processes and reporting is essential for success.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Forecasting
- Support annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
- Collaborate with department leaders to develop assumptions, identify risks and opportunities, and improve forecast accuracy.
- Monitor actual results against budget and forecast, providing analysis of key business drivers and performance trends.
- Assist in the development of financial plans that align with organizational goals and objectives.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual variance analyses comparing actual performance to budget and forecast.
- Develop and maintain management reporting packages, dashboards, KPI reporting, and executive-level presentations.
- Provide clear, concise, and actionable financial insights to support business and operational decisions.
- Analyze financial and operational trends, identifying opportunities to improve performance and profitability.
Financial Modeling & Strategic Analysis
- Build, maintain, and enhance financial models to support business planning, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
- Conduct profitability analyses by product, customer, and business segment.
- Evaluate business opportunities through financial modeling, including pricing strategies, capital investments, cost reduction initiatives, and operational improvements.
- Support ad hoc analyses and special projects for leadership and cross-functional teams.
Manufacturing & Operational Finance
- Analyze manufacturing and operational costs, including material, labor, overhead, inventory, and production variances.
- Partner with operations teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve financial performance.
- Support operational initiatives through financial analysis and performance measurement.
- Assist in developing metrics and reporting that enhance visibility into operational efficiency and profitability.
Month-End Close & Financial Controls
- Support month-end close activities by reviewing financial results, investigating variances, and validating key assumptions.
- Partner with Accounting and Operations teams to ensure financial accuracy and consistency across reporting processes.
- Assist in improving reporting efficiency, automation, and data integrity.
- Support internal and external audit requests by providing schedules, reconciliations, and financial documentation as needed.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Analysis, Cost Accounting, Operational Finance, or a related finance function.
- Experience within a manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or operational business environment strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and management reporting processes.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and data analysis.
- Experience working with ERP systems and business intelligence/reporting tools is preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights.
- Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated, collaborative, and results-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently while supporting cross-functional teams.