Financial Planning Analyst

Benjamin Moore Paint Company; Montvale (NJ); On-site; USD 86,400 - 110,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program

Job summary

Benjamin Moore Paint Company is seeking a Financial Planning Analyst to support operational planning and provide financial analysis. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and at least 2 years of relevant experience. You will assist in budget preparation and facilitate financial reviews with senior management.

This role involves preparing financial forecasts, conducting analysis, and supporting accounting activities. Competency in Excel and tools like SAP is preferred. The position offers a collaborative environment with a commitment to inclusion.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in Accounting and financial analysis.
• Must have strong business acumen and problem-solving skills.
• Competent with financial modeling and keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial support to SG&A functional groups.
• Prepare annual operating cost center plans and rolling forecasts.
• Facilitate monthly financial review meetings with senior management.
• Assist accounting close by preparing accruals and analyses.
• Review project spending for accounting alignment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Financial Planning Analyst – SG&A will have the opportunity to gain broad experience and engage with cost center owners. This individual will assist with operational planning, forecasting, and monthly Accounting close processes, drive unbiased financial reporting, provide analytical support by gathering and evaluating information, utilizing various data resources, and recommending actions to achieve financial goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial support to various SG&A functional groups
• Assist with preparing the annual operating cost center plans, with transition to the rolling forecast, and collaborate with senior management for relevant input
• Assist with preparing financial analysis monthly, determining key budget variances, make recommendations, and identify potential risks/opportunities
• Facilitate monthly financial review meetings with senior management to review actual results compared to plan and projected spending for the rolling forecast period
• Support accounting close by preparing accruals, reclasses, prepayments, and related amortization, ensuring alignment of fixed assets, and preparing year-over-year comparative SG&A analysis
• Review and track approved project spending and seek proper accounting treatment for capital versus operating expenditure impact, ensuring alignment of spend
• Prepare ad-hoc analysis upon request.
• Review contracts/SOW's for financial implications, including terms and conditions
• Ensure accounting and corporate-wide guidelines and policies are met
• Assist the Planning Team with ad-hoc projects and provide support where needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Accounting or Finance.
• Preferred 2+ years of relevant experience in Accounting, and financial and business analysis, including budgeting and forecasting
• Must be analytical and inquisitive with strong business acumen, problem-solving skills, financial modeling, keen attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines and goals
• Competency in Excel and experience using other Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, PowerPoint, etc., and the ability to quickly master new applications and systems
• Organizational, interpersonal, and communication (written/oral) skills, with the ability to develop effective business partner relationships
• Ability to work in a team-based continuous improvement environment
• Knowledge of SAP, EPM, SAC, and Business Objects preferred
• Minimal travel on an as-needed basis

Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program

Benjamin Moore provides Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program to support eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The Repayment Program is intended to contribute to reducing employee's student loans. The Company follows all rules and regulations concerning the taxability of student loan repayments provided under applicable law.

EEO

Benjamin Moore is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to these principles means all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Pay Range

USD $86,400.00 - USD $110,600.00 /Yr.