The FP&A Analyst is responsible for supporting the Company's financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes. This position partners closely with sales leadership and other business leaders to provide financial insights, analyze business performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and support strategic decision-making. The FP&A Analyst will develop financial models, prepare forecasts and budgets, analyze trends and variances, monitor key performance indicators, calculate sales commissions, and deliver actionable recommendations to drive profitable growth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
- Analyze financial and operational performance through variance analysis, trend analysis, and KPI reporting.
- Compile, analyze, and report sales data and business performance metrics.
- Compare daily, MTD, YTD, and LTM sales and profitability results.
- Review actual results against budget, forecast, prior year, and other performance benchmarks.
- Forecast revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, and other key financial metrics.
- Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives and business decisions.
- Facilitate the tank ROI process and provide analysis on investment performance.
- Calculate sales commissions and provide support for commission-related inquiries.
- Support CRM administration, reporting, and data integrity initiatives.
- Analyze cost-to-serve metrics and profitability by territory, customer, and product line.
- Prepare and present monthly and quarterly management reports.
- Assist with month-end close activities, financial reporting, and ad hoc analysis.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Operations, Accounting, and Executive Leadership.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Power Query, XLOOKUP, and financial modeling.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret large datasets and communicate insights effectively.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Business acumen and understanding of financial statements.
- Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial audiences.
- Experience working with ERP, CRM, and business intelligence systems.
- High level of confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA or CPA preferred
- 2-5 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and related finance or accounting functions
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to transform large datasets into actionable business recommendations
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience managing and analyzing large volumes of data
- Ability to communicate complex financial concepts and insights effectively to non-financial stakeholders
- Strong business partnering skills with the ability to work independently and collaborate across multiple departments
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 40 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those of an office. Noise level in the work environmental is normally moderate. Typically the duties are performed indoors, during the day and some overtime may be required. Occasional travel may be required.
Job Type: Full-time
BENEFITS
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In Person