Job Description:
Position: Analyst I Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
This onsite position is responsible for analyzing financial data, supporting budgeting and forecasting, driving cost improvements, facilitating business partnerships, and providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making. This is a highly visible and engaging role that involves working with all levels across the organization.
Educational Qualifications
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Bachelors degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Skills, Abilities, and Attributes
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Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
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Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, problem-solving abilities, and a results-driven, action-oriented mindset.
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Ability to collaborate and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
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Experience with FP&A, other data/analysis-intensive fields, and/or Manufacturing/Industrial settings is a plus.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
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Experience with ERP systems, financial planning tools, or data visualization software (e.g., Oracle ERP, OneStream, Power BI, Python) is a plus.
Responsibilities
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Drive accountability and value-creating action through robust variance analysis.
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Gain a deep understanding of the manufacturing process and critical business drivers.
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Facilitate business partnering, engagement, and communication between Operations and other business support groups to enhance operational and financial results.
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Support annual operating plan, quarterly forecasts, and monthly updates.
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Develop critical KPI targets and drive accountability with KPI owners.
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Review and validate improvement project plans and results.
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Drive process improvements that result in efficiencies and effectiveness.
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Create business cases and financial support for capital appropriations and investments.
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Prepare analysis and presentations to support plant and/or executive leadership, including proactive and insightful analysis and commentary on results.
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Collaborate with Operations, FP&A, and other support groups to develop forecasts and complete month-end closings.
Training and Development
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Mentoring and training provided by the FP&A Manager.
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Opportunities to function independently on assigned tasks.
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Potential for career growth and advancement within the company.