Financial Planning Analyst – Forecasting & Strategy

Spire Inc; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spire, Inc. in Saint Louis, MO, is seeking a Finance Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting for the executive group. You will help develop dashboards, metrics and schedules, ensuring integration with cross-functional processes.

The role requires 1+ years in planning/analysis, a Bachelor's in accounting/finance, and experience with Oracle/OBIEE/Hyperion reporting. Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills and a collaborative, ethical mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or similar business discipline.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration (or similar) preferred.
• 1+ years of planning/analytical experience (planning, financial or budget analyst).
• Experience with Oracle/OBIEE/Hyperion based management reporting strongly preferred.
• Understanding business models and key financial performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes for allotted corporate reporting departments and assure that plans are integrated, consistent and supportive of the Company’s overall strategic direction
• Manage allotted corporate department reporting processes, including collection, analysis, preparation, distribution and presentation of monthly expense and capital reports to business unit presidents and department heads
• Manage corporate department forecasting process to ensure all impacted parties are informed of spend variances and aligned on future expectations
• Provide necessary support for the preparation and facilitation of the Company’s monthly business reviews and strategic direction meetings
• Assist in the development of presentations to the Executive Council and the Board of Directors, as needed
• Assist in the development and evaluation of key performance metrics and objectives
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and operational efficiencies that positively impact bottom-line results and cash flow
• Support the identification, analysis, and assessment of various projects for business units and Executive Council as required for additional sustained corporate growth.
• Oversee the development of business cases by gathering and assessing background and research data; supporting economic, financial, and performance analysis; providing quality assurance, due diligence and review support as appropriate
• Support the development, implementation, and upgrade of systems and processes to support business planning, forecasting and reporting processes
• Ability to demonstrate the core and job category competencies: customer-focused, results-driven, teamwork, communication, adaptability, initiative, problem solving and quality
• Ability to lead by example in support of the Company’s essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skills and perspectives
• Recognize problems and respond, systematically gather information, sort through complex issues, understand consequences of decisions, seek input from others
• Ability to make difficult decisions and effectively communicate those decisions to others
• Ability to set challenging and productive objectives and effectively monitor performance to consistently meet or surpass objectives
• Ability to work semi-independently and manage time effectively to meet individual objectives and deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Interpersonal skills

Ethics & integrity

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s degree in Business Administration (preferred)

Tools

Oracle

OBIEE

Hyperion

Job description

Spire, Inc. in Saint Louis, MO, is seeking a Finance Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting for the executive group. You will help develop dashboards, metrics and schedules, ensuring integration with cross-functional processes.

The role requires 1+ years in planning/analysis, a Bachelor's in accounting/finance, and experience with Oracle/OBIEE/Hyperion reporting. Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills and a collaborative, ethical mindset are essential.