FP&A Analyst

Fp&A Specialist

The FP&A Specialist is responsible for providing financial analysis, modeling, forecasting, and decision support across the organization. This role plays a critical part in helping drive cost efficiency, margin improvement, and overall financial performance, particularly within our manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and long-range commercial planning.
• Analyze revenue performance, customer profitability, sales trends, and commercial KPIs; identify risks, opportunities, and actionable insights.
• Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, and Procurement teams to provide financial guidance that drives commercial decisions.
• Prepare monthly commercial performance dashboards, variance analyses, and KPI reports for senior leadership.
• Support pricing, promotion, and product mix analysis to optimize revenue and margin.
• Assist in capital expenditure planning and investment analysis, including ROI and payback period assessments.
• Lead initiatives to improve FP&A processes, tools, and systems (ERP, BI platforms, reporting automation).
• Prepare presentations, reports, and financial insights for senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to improve operational efficiency, financial transparency, and commercial performance.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required.
• MBA preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or corporate finance, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Business Central, Power BI and Excel) and financial planning tools (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan) preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; high attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset.

Founded in 1954, Vibrant Ingredients is a leading provider of natural, clean label ingredients and systems that power extraordinary food and beverage experiences. The company's broad portfolio — including natural flavors, botanical extracts, functional nutrition, cold brew coffee, tea essences, and food protection solutions — enhances taste, texture, color, shelf life, and performance across a wide range of applications. Vibrant operates four state-of-the-art facilities across the United States and works with leading brands, manufacturers, and foodservice operators. With vertically integrated capabilities and a proven track record of innovation and execution, Vibrant helps customers accelerate to market without compromise.