Financial Analyst II (FP&A)

The Intersect Group; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Intersect Group is seeking an FP&A Analyst II to support financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and performance analysis from Birmingham, AL. You will work with finance leaders and operational partners to deliver insights that inform executive decisions and drive profitability across regions and business units.

You will contribute to budgeting, variance analyses, and the development of ad hoc financial models, while advancing reporting automation and data visualization capabilities.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis, Finance, Accounting, or related analytical roles.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Strong understanding of P&L performance, key financial metrics, and business drivers.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Analyze income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow performance against budget, forecast, and prior year results
• Prepare executive level financial reports, variance analyses, and performance presentations
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through analysis of financial and operational data
• Develop ad hoc financial models and strategic analyses to support business decisions
• Collaborate with business leaders to improve profitability and operational performance
• Enhance reporting processes, automation initiatives, and financial reporting accuracy
• Support consolidation, reporting, and performance analysis across multiple business units and regions

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Data visualization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

Power BI

Job description

FP&A Analyst II Location: Birmingham, AL

Company Overview

We are partnering with a large, highly respected organization operating within the industrial distribution and business services sector. The company is focused on operational excellence, financial discipline, and strategic growth across multiple geographic markets. As the organization continues to evolve and expand its finance capabilities, it is investing in talented professionals who can help drive reporting accuracy, business insights, and long term financial performance. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative environment where innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement are highly valued.

Role Summary

FP&A Analyst II will play a key role in supporting financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and business performance analysis across multiple regions and business functions. This individual will help deliver meaningful financial insights that support executive decision making and organizational growth.

This position partners closely with finance leaders and operational stakeholders to analyze business performance, identify trends, improve reporting processes, and support strategic initiatives. The role offers strong exposure to senior leadership and provides opportunities to contribute to enterprise level planning and financial analysis activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Analyze income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow performance against budget, forecast, and prior year results
• Prepare executive level financial reports, variance analyses, and performance presentations
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through analysis of financial and operational data
• Develop ad hoc financial models and strategic analyses to support business decisions
• Collaborate with business leaders to improve profitability and operational performance
• Enhance reporting processes, automation initiatives, and financial reporting accuracy
• Support consolidation, reporting, and performance analysis across multiple business units and regions

Key Requirements

• 2 to 4 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis, Finance, Accounting, or related analytical roles
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis
• Strong understanding of P&L performance, key financial metrics, and business drivers
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with Power BI or other data visualization and reporting tools
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively across functions

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting multi entity, multi region, or consolidated financial reporting environments
• Exposure to long range planning and strategic finance initiatives
• Experience improving financial processes, reporting automation, or business intelligence capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with business partners and leadership teams

Why This Opportunity

• Opportunity to join a growing finance organization during a transformational period
• High visibility role with exposure to senior leadership and strategic initiatives
• Strong mix of financial planning, reporting, and business partnership responsibilities
• Collaborative culture focused on professional development and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to influence decision making through data driven financial analysis