Senior Financial Planning Analyst

Chesapeake Search Partners is seeking a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist to join our client in Rockville, MD. This role plays a key part in driving financial visibility, forecasting, and strategic decision support across a growing, multi-entity organization. The position works closely with the VP of Finance and business leaders across the organization to take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial modeling efforts. This individual will help translate financial results into meaningful insights that support decision-making across operations and corporate functions. This is a highly analytical, business-facing FP&A role focused on improving forecasting, enhancing financial reporting, and supporting a growing organization through both organic growth and acquisitions. Key Responsibilities: Take ownership of annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes Build and maintain financial models, including driver-based forecasting and scenario analysis Analyze key business drivers including revenue, margins, operating expenses, headcount, and cash flow Prepare monthly and quarterly reporting packages with variance analysis and actionable insights Develop dashboards and KPI reporting using Excel, Power BI, or similar tools Partner with business leaders to support operational planning, headcount, cost structure, and investment decisions Support acquisition-related forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis, including the integration of acquired businesses into planning and reporting processes Identify opportunities to improve FP&A processes, reporting, and automation Qualifications: 5-8+ years of FP&A or corporate finance experience Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills Advanced Excel required; Power BI or similar reporting tools preferred Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams Experience supporting a growing, multi-entity organization; private equity-backed experience is a plus Experience with ERP and/or FP&A planning systems preferred Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field #J-18808-Ljbffr Chesapeake Search Partners