FP&A Accountant

SL TENNESSEE; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SL TENNESSEE seeks an FP&A Accountant to analyze financial information, support budgeting, and profitability analysis to drive strategic objectives and financial efficiency.

You will collaborate with departments, monitor variances, and support monthly/quarterly closings, while improving internal reporting and KPI management to align with business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• MBA or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the annual budgeting process and monitor performance vs. budget.
• Conduct monthly P&L variance analysis.
• Monitor cost drivers and provide cost-reduction recommendations.
• Gather financial data from internal departments and explain variances.
• Ensure proper cost allocation to departments, projects, or cost centers.
• Support monthly and quarterly closings with relevant data.
• Continuously improve internal management reporting systems and tools.
• Manage and optimize KPIs to align with business goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial analysis

Communication

Problem solving

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

The FP&A Accountant will be responsible for analyzing financial information to support business decision-making, including cost control, budgeting, and profitability analysis. This role plays a key part in helping the company achieve financial efficiency and strategic objectives through accurate and timely financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support the annual budgeting process and monitor actual performance against budget.
• Conduct monthly profit and loss (P&L) variance analysis.
• Monitor cost drivers and provide recommendations for cost reduction.
• Cooperate with internal departments to gather financial data and explain variances.
• Ensure proper allocation of costs to departments, projects, or cost centers.
• Support the monthly and quarterly closing process with relevant financial data.
• Continuously improve internal management reporting systems and tools.
• Manage and optimize key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure alignment with business goals

Job Requirements

Work Experience

• 3–5+ years of experience in financial controlling, FP&A, or related roles.
• Experience in the lighting industry or a related fiel d is preferred.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple audits, and meet deadlines.