Senior Financial Planning Analyst

We are seeking a Senior FP&A Analyst to serve as a trusted Finance Business Partner and strategic advisor to leadership. This role is critical to driving financial insight, accountability, and decision-making across the organization. This is a hands‑on and strategic role, responsible for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial modeling—while also challenging assumptions, translating data into insights, and influencing business decisions. The role supports the VP of Finance and works cross‑functionally to improve financial predictability, reporting quality, and operational performance. Responsibilities Strategic Financial Partnership Act as a trusted advisor to functional leaders, providing insight, challenge, and guidance to support sound decision‑making Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable narratives that tell the story behind the numbers Support leadership in evaluating the financial impact of operational and strategic initiatives Planning, Forecasting & Reporting Lead and support monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and long‑range planning Prepare and analyze monthly results, including variance analysis and management commentary Analyze P&L, Balance Sheet, and key financial and operational metrics Improve predictability through forward‑looking analysis and scenario modeling Analytics & Decision Support Build detailed financial models to support investments, business cases, and scenario analysis Evaluate profitability, margins, and cost drivers using advanced analytics Define and refine KPIs that drive accountability and measurable performance improvement Process Improvement & Reporting Excellence Drive continuous improvements in financial processes, tools, and reporting Support standardization and harmonization of financial reporting Partner cross‑functionally to improve data quality, reporting reliability, and analytical capabilities Influence and guide stakeholders across the organization regardless of reporting structure Foster a culture of accountability, insight‑driven decision‑making, and continuous improvement Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field 5+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or related roles Manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting Experience improving financial reporting tools and systems Core Characteristics for Success Strategic, forward‑thinking finance professional who can influence through insight Strong critical thinker with the ability to connect financial data to business drivers Confident communicator who builds trust across all levels of the organization Results‑driven with a continuous improvement mindset #J-18808-Ljbffr