About this role
The FP&A Analyst plays a vital role in the company’s commercial strategy and decision-making process. They are responsible for analyzing financial trends, creating budgets, forecasting future financial performance, and providing data-driven insights to inform critical business decisions. Responsibilities: Analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Monitor key financial and operating metrics Identify the cause of any unexpected variances in these KPIs Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and continually improve budgets, financial projections, and commercial forecasts Business Performance Reporting: Utilize business intelligence tools and create dashboard reports to provide insights to management Financial Modeling and Strategic Analysis: Develop financial models to support strategic initiatives Analyze trends, review past performance, and anticipate obstacles to forecast future results Support for Decision-Making: Assist the management team and department leaders with data-driven analysis Provide a clear picture of future performance through annual budgets, helping employees align their efforts toward common goals Communication and Coordination: Collaborate with other divisions and teams across the company through calls, meetings, and emails. Leverage technology through enhanced management reporting and digital workstreams Candidate Qualifications: Must have a minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in strategically oriented and relevant roles in financial planning & analysis, public accounting, or corporate finance Understanding of accounting principles and financial analysis Strong communication skills to interact with leadership and cross-functional teams Proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, financial planning software) Strong analytical skills Must be able to succinctly summarize thoughtfully Financial management experience with planning, forecasting, and business analysis Strong organizational capabilities Self-starter, hands-on and collaborative in achieving results Attention to detail and ability to translate to broader strategy Process and goal-oriented while comfortable with complexity and ambiguity Strong interpersonal and communication skills, be a good cultural fit, and demonstrate a high energy level, decisiveness, and an entrepreneurial spirit Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related analytical discipline Key Required Competencies and Experience: Willingness to seek and analyze data from a variety of sources to support decisions Tenacious and accountable in driving results High degree of integrity and forethought in approach to making decisions Able to act in a transparent and consistent manner while always considering what is best for the organization Self-reflective and aware of personal limitations Connects and builds strong relationships with others, while exhibiting strong emotional intelligence and an ability to communicate clearly and persuasively Must be able to operate on a cross-functional team Need to be a flexible, nimble, quick thinker and quick learner Natural curiosity and “big picture” mentality Excellent spoken and written communication skills