Financial Planning Analyst

Drive Financial Performance Through Insight, Analysis, and Strategic Partnership Are you a data-driven finance professional looking to make a measurable impact within a global manufacturing organization? Join as an FP&A Associate and play a critical role in supporting financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and business performance analysis In this highly visible role, you will partner with operational leaders and cross-functional teams to provide meaningful financial insights that support strategic decision-making, operational excellence, and long-term business success. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your FP&A expertise while gaining exposure to budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, capital investment governance, and financial reporting within a dynamic manufacturing environment What You'll Do Lead and support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities across the U.S. Partner with Value Stream leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to develop accurate, data-driven financial plans aligned with operational goals Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, dashboards, KPI tracking, and variance analyses Analyze Actual vs. Budget, Forecast, and Prior Year performance to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and key business drivers Consolidate financial inputs, validate assumptions, and improve forecasting methodologies to enhance planning accuracy Support monthly and periodic financial close activities, including journal entries, accruals, provisions, and account reconciliations Ensure compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and internal reporting requirements Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready financial records Assist with internal and external reporting obligations through timely financial analysis and documentation Purchase Requisition & Purchase Order Management Collaborate with Operations and Accounting teams to manage purchase requisition and purchase order activities Resolve discrepancies and ensure proper financial treatment of transactions Monitor inventory and operational transactions to identify unusual activity, financial risks, and forecast-to-actual variances Support effective financial controls and operational decision-making through proactive analysis Internal Controls & Compliance Execute and maintain SOX-compliant financial processes and key account reconciliations Support audits, Business Approval Proposals (BAPs), and compliance reviews Contribute to process improvement initiatives that strengthen controls, reduce risk, and ensure audit readiness Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and governance standards Business Partnership & Continuous Improvement Serve as a trusted finance partner to operational stakeholders Provide financial analysis and recommendations that support informed business decisions Participate in digital transformation and process improvement initiatives Leverage tools such as SAP BW, Power BI, and Excel to improve reporting efficiency, automation, and data accuracy Support standardization and continuous improvement efforts across financial processes What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field 1–3 years of experience in Finance, Accounting, FP&A, or a related discipline Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and financial analysis activities Strong understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, and financial controls Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple functions Experience within a manufacturing, industrial, or operations-driven environment Experience working with SAP, SAP BW, and/or Power BI Exposure to SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit support activities Experience supporting inventory accounting and capital expenditure management Annual Performance-Based Bonus Employee Stock Purchase Plan Life Insurance Matching 401(k) Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)20 Weeks Paid Family Leave Tuition & Education Assistance Programs Professional Development Opportunities Employee Assistance Program for Employees and Family Members #J-18808-Ljbffr