Financial Planning and Analyst (FP&A)

Dnata Catering; Inwood (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dnata Catering in New York is seeking an FP&A professional to develop financial models, support budgeting, and forecast performance. You will partner with operations, sourcing, and finance to provide insights that guide decisions.

The role emphasizes accuracy, ad-hoc analysis, and clear management presentations. Associates or 1-2 years in manufacturing and strong Excel/ERP skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates in finance or accounting or relevant experience in manufacturing.
• Sound planning, organization, and multi-tasking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Experience with ERP systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve financial models to support planning and decision-making.
• Participate in budgeting and long-range planning, with rolling forecasts.
• Project future performance using data, trends, and assumptions.
• Analyze results by comparing actuals to budgets and prior periods.
• Collaborate with departments to provide financial guidance including purchasing and operations.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and dashboards for reviews.
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses to support critical business decisions.
• Ensure data quality and identify opportunities to streamline processes.
• Provide strategic insights to help leaders manage costs and find growth opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Reporting

Ad-hoc analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

ERP basics

Education

Associate in Finance or Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) responsibilities include creating financial models, developing budgets, forecasting future performance, analyzing financial results to identify trends and variances, and providing insights to management to guide strategic decision-making. They partner with cross-functional teams, ensure data accuracy, support the financial close process, and prepare ad-hoc financial reports to help a company manage costs, identify growth opportunities, and mitigate risks.

Financial Modeling

Develop, maintain, and improve financial models to support planning, forecasting, and decision-making.

Budgeting and Planning

Participate in the annual budget process, long-range planning, and rolling forecasts to outline financial goals and allocations.

Forecasting

Project future financial performance based on data, trends, and various assumptions.

Performance Analysis

Analyze financial results by comparing actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods to identify trends and variances.

Business Partnering

Collaborate with different departments and cross-functional teams to gather information and provide financial guidance including billing, purchasing/inventory and operations

Reporting

Prepare comprehensive financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for management reviews, business performance, and strategic discussions.

Ad-Hoc Analysis

Conduct special financial analyses to support immediate business needs and provide insights for critical decisions.

Data Quality and Process Improvement

Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial processes.

Strategic Support

Offer insights to help leaders make informed strategic decisions, manage costs, find growth opportunities, and understand financial implications.

Nonessential Functions

Other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION:

A associates in finance or accounting or relevant experience 1-2 years in manufacturing environment

• Manufacturing experience and/or Food Processing industry a plus


• Sound planning and organizational skills, be detail orientated and be able to multi task


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to manage and develop staff


• Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically in Excel


• Experienced in the use of an ERP systems

Intellectual/Social demands:

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Follows through on tasks given and goes above and beyond in delivering internally as well to externalparties.

Physical demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.

Work environment:

The essential functions of this position are performed indoors. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to loud.