Expense Analyst, FP&A

PenFed is hiring a (Hybrid) Expense Analyst, FP&A at our Tysons, Virginia location. The Expense Analyst will act as an advisor to management across PenFed, providing guidance and influence to align departmental spending with PenFed’s strategic goals. This role requires partnering with management to provide high-impact analysis that translates expense trends into executive-level narratives that drive bottom-line improvements, enhancing the value we provide our members. The Expense Analyst is a self-starter who is not only analytically strong but a confident communicator capable of transforming complex data into actionable business insights for senior leadership. Equivalent combination of education and experience is considered. Bachelor’s degree in finance, related field or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience is required Master’s degree in accounting, Finance, related field or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience is preferred Minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in consulting, financial services, banking, or credit unions. Strong data analysis skills are required. Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills required. Knowledge of coding, data visualization and analysis packages is preferred (e.g. SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI, Power Query) Attention to detail and accuracy is a must. Intermediate research, analytical, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills to help team articulate expense results to senior management. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Experience using AI tools is preferred. Supervisory Responsibility This position will not supervise employees. Licenses and Certifications There are no additional certifications required. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to an indoor office setting with moderate noise. *Most roles require working in an office setting with moderate noise and the ability to lift 25 pounds.* Travel Ability to travel is not required. Pay Transparency Pay TransparencyThe anticipated starting salary range for this role is $52,200.00 - $93,112.00This position is eligible for an organizational performance based annual bonus, subject to board discretion and approval.This position is eligible for an individual performance based annual bonus. #LI-Hybrid Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job duties, and the position will performother duties as assigned. Analyze and forecast expenses to enable senior level management to make effective decisions. Forecasting activities include producing monthly estimates, a midyear forecast, and an annual plan. Produce and present monthly reporting for review with senior level team members of PenFed Business Units helping them to understand results. Provide insight into variance analysis as needed. Manage relationships with technology and risk management departments, partnering with these organizations to forecast and manage expenses. Identify and track risks and opportunities, running scenarios as necessary, to enable business partners to make fully informed decisions and proactively manage their earnings. Load data into OneStream EPM system and check for accuracy. Identify ways to improve and automate reporting, create and track new reporting, performance metrics, and KPI’s to help business units track their results. Use existing systems and collaborate with stakeholders to improve forecasting and reporting capabilities. Maintain and update expense, forecast, and budgeting models. #J-18808-Ljbffr PenFed Credit Union