FP&A Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Robert Half is looking for a FP& A Analyst for a growing Cincinnati based company. The FP& A Analyst is responsible for providing financial planning, analysis, and decision support to drive performance across the organization. This role partners closely with the Controller and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver accurate forecasting, insightful variance analysis, and value-added business recommendations. The FP& A Analyst plays a key role in optimizing financial and analytical processes, enhancing data integrity, and translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for leadership. For immediate consideration please contact Jarrod Moon at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

Core Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis

•Prepare and analyze daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, forecasts, and performance dashboards.

•Perform detailed variance analysis of actual results versus budget, forecast, and prior periods; investigate and document unusual items.

•Develop trend analyses and quantitative models to identify performance drivers, risks, and opportunities.

•Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including scenario and sensitivity analyses to inform strategic decision-making.

Business Partnership & Decision Support

•Partner closely with operational teams to support financial reporting and business performance analysis.

•Provide value-added insights and recommendations to improve profitability, efficiency, and business outcomes.

•Assist in preparing management presentations, discussion materials, and executive-ready reporting that highlights key issues and opportunities.

•Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and other key business partners.

Reporting, Data Integrity & Process Optimization

•Own and maintain key financial models, reports, and schedules; update and enhance them as business needs evolve.

•Document, evaluate, and improve reporting and analytical processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and scalability.

•Work to optimize financial and analytical workflows with a strong focus on data integrity, controls, and automation.

•Create and publish visual metrics and dashboards to clearly communicate business performance and trends.

Special Projects & Analytics

•Support special projects, and ad hoc analyses, including initiatives related to strategic investments.

•Participate in and lead small projects related to financial analysis, reporting enhancements, and process improvement.

•Assist with the development and monitoring of key operating and financial metrics in collaboration with the Controller.

Qualifications:

Required

•Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

•1–3 years of experience in financial analysis, FP& A, retail finance, or a related analytical role.

•Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and analytical methodologies.

•Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint); experience with financial reporting or BI tools strongly preferred.

•Strong analytical and organizational skills with high attention to detail

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in financial analysis, FP& A, retail finance, or another quantitatively focused business role.
• Working knowledge of accounting fundamentals, financial statements, and common forecasting and analytical techniques.
• Advanced Excel skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with financial planning, financial modeling, and performance analysis in a corporate environment.
• Familiarity with planning or business intelligence platforms, including tools such as Adaptive Insights, is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking, organization, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.