Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst I

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is seeking a budget/FP&A professional to support the budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. You will collect information from departments, maintain budgets, and ensure data accuracy across planning tools.

The role requires 2–4 years in budgeting/FP&A, a relevant bachelor's degree, and strong analytical skills. You will collaborate with the Finance team, prepare recurring reports, and help improve planning tools and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
• 2–4 years of related budgeting/FP&A experience or internship.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and reporting processes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and deliver accurate analyses.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of the annual operating and capital budgets.
• Collect budget information from departments and verify submissions for accuracy.
• Update budget workbooks, planning files, and recurring reports.
• Reconcile budget information and escalate complex issues to leadership.
• Support budgeting calendars, communications, and presentation materials.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration

Tools

Financial modeling software

Job description

Description

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Support the financial team with the budgeting and forecasting process.

• Assistwith the preparation and maintenance of the annual operating and capital budgets using established templates, timelines, and procedures.
• Collect budget information andsupportingdocumentation from departments and review submissions for completeness and accuracy.
• Update budget workbooks, planning files, and recurring reports.
• Reconcile budget information and research routine discrepancies, escalating complex issues to the Director or FP&A Analyst.
• Assistwith budget calendar activities, departmental communications, and preparation of presentation materials.
• Coordinate with the FP&A Analyst to support deadlines andmaintainconsistent data and reporting standards.

Provide financial reporting and analysis support.

• Prepare recurring financial reports comparing actual results to budget, forecast, and prior-year performance.
• Research routine budget variances and summarize findings for review by the Director and FP&A Analyst.
• Compile financial and operational data from multiple systems and verify the accuracy of source information.
• Respond to routine departmental reporting questions andassistwith gathering information for more complex inquiries.
• Monitor assigned financial and operational metrics andidentifyunusual results that requireadditionalreview.
• Support departmental meetings and special projects by preparing data, schedules, and other financial information.

Maintain financial models, systems, and data integrity.

• Update existing financial models, forecasting tools, and planning templates using established assumptions and methodologies.
• Validate financial data for completeness, consistency, and accuracy before reports are distributed.
• Maintain organized documentation of reporting procedures, data sources, and recurring processes.
• Assistwith testing and implementation of improvements to financial planning, reporting, and analysis tools.
• Collaborate with the FP&A Analyst toidentifyopportunities to streamline routine reporting and improve team processes.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Work with sensitive information andmaintainconfidentiality.
• Demonstrate attention to detail andmaintainaccurate, complete, and organized financial records and reports.
• Prioritize assignments, manage time effectively, and meet established deadlines withappropriate guidance.
• Work collaboratively with the Director, FP&A Analyst, Finance team members, and departmental stakeholders.
• Communicate questions, discrepancies, and potential issues promptly and seek guidance when assignments fall outside established procedures.
• Demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and a willingness to develop financial planning and analytical skills.

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; and two to four years of related experience or training. Relevant internship experience may be considered. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.

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