FINANCIAL PLANNING AND ANALYSIS ANALYST

RESRG; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RESRG is seeking an FP&A Analyst to partner with Procurement and regional finance teams to drive financial transparency and forecasting across seven plants and corporate. You will support cost optimization initiatives and deliver actionable insights for operational decisions.

The role requires collaboration with Plant Finance, Operations, and Corporate Finance to improve performance, ensure accurate forecasting, and meet regional financial targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
• MBA/CPA/CMA or related certification preferred.
• 1-7 years of FP&A, corporate finance, manufacturing finance, or related experience.
• Experience supporting procurement, supply chain, or manufacturing operations preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools (OneStream, SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Power BI) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the FP&A partner for Procurement and support cost optimization initiatives.
• Consolidate monthly forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans for seven plants and HQ.
• Prepare management reporting packages and executive presentations with trends and risks.
• Analyze variances to forecast, budget, and prior year performance; explain differences.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical

Problem-solving

Advanced Excel

Communication

Presentation skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

MBA, CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification preferred

Tools

OneStream

SAP

Oracle

Hyperion

Power BI

Job description

FINANCIAL PLANNING AND ANALYSIS ANALYST

Position Summary

The Financial Analyst serves as a key business partner to the Procurement organization while supporting regional Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) activities. This role is responsible for driving financial transparency, supporting cost optimization initiatives, consolidating financial forecasts and results across seven manufacturing plants and corporate headquarters, and delivering actionable insights that support operational and strategic decision-making.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Procurement, Plant Finance teams, Operations, and Corporate Finance to improve financial performance, ensure accurate forecasting, and support achievement of regional financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Business Partnering

• Serve as the primary finance partner for the Procurement organization.
• Analyze direct and indirect material spend, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Support development, tracking, and reporting of procurement savings initiatives.
• Partner with Procurement leaders to identify risks, opportunities, and cost optimization strategies.
• Prepare financial analyses related to commodity trends, supplier cost changes, and purchasing performance metrics.

Regional FP&A Support

• Assist in the consolidation of monthly forecasts, annual budgets, and long-range plans for a region consisting of seven manufacturing plants and corporate headquarters.
• Collect, validate, and consolidate financial submissions from plant finance teams to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting requirements.
• Analyze variances to forecast, budget, and prior-year performance and provide meaningful explanations.
• Prepare management reporting packages and executive-level presentations highlighting key financial trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Coordinate planning timelines and reporting deliverables across regional stakeholders.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Perform detailed financial modeling and scenario analysis to support business decision-making.
• Monitor and report on key financial metrics including revenue, margins, operating expenses, EBITDA, working capital, and cash flow.
• Identify trends and recommend corrective actions to improve business performance.
• Support month-end close activities and ensure alignment between actual results and forecast assumptions.
• Develop and maintain reporting tools, dashboards, and financial models to improve visibility and decision support.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Plant Controllers, Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Corporate Finance teams.
• Promote consistency in forecasting methodologies and financial reporting practices across the region.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and financial transparency.
• Participate in special projects, strategic initiatives, and ad hoc financial analyses as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• MBA, CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.

Experience

• 1-7 years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Finance, Manufacturing Finance, or related disciplines.
• Experience supporting procurement, supply chain, or manufacturing operations preferred.
• Experience working in a multi-site manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting/planning tools (e.g., OneStream, SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Power BI) preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.

Success Measures

• Accurate and timely regional forecast and budget consolidation.
• Delivery of actionable procurement and cost-saving insights.
• Improved forecast accuracy and financial transparency across the region.
• Strong partnership with Procurement, Plant Finance, and regional leadership teams.
• Timely and accurate management reporting supporting business decision-making.