FP&A Analyst

PeerSource; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A national recruiting firm in New Orleans is seeking an FP&A Analyst to perform financial analysis and reporting to support division goals. The ideal candidate will have 3-5+ years of experience in financial analysis, strong SQL and Excel skills, and a Bachelor's degree in finance or business. The role offers medical, vision, and 401(k) benefits, and is full-time.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in financial analysis and financial modeling.
• Prior FP&A experience, including understanding budgeting and forecasting.
• Strong experience with SQL queries and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop models to analyze financial actions and offer recommendations.
• Create reports to assess performance and support strategic decision-making.
• Identify and report on budget trends, recommending improvements.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Information Technology

MBA

Tools

Power BI

SQL databases

Excel

Job description

FP&A Analyst on a Direct Hire basis. This position is based in New Orleans, LA.

Summary

The FP&A Analyst is responsible for performing financial analysis, modeling, and reporting to support the assigned division's performance and budgetary goals. This role involves interpreting financial data, identifying trends, and making actionable recommendations for cost savings or process enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and utilize models to analyze complex financial actions, offering policy or procedural recommendations.
• Analyze financial data and create reports to assess current and future performance, providing insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Identify and report on performance and budget trends, recommending improvements as needed.
• Prepare variance Power BI reports and conduct research to explain variances.
• Establish and maintain SQL databases for use in forecasting and planning.
• Coordinate with various levels of management to create financial plans, forecasts, and business strategies.
• Research and compile economic reports on topics such as investment opportunities, working capital requirements, and regulatory impacts.
• Support additional departmental initiatives and mentor junior-level analysts as needed.

Required Skills

• 3-5+ years of experience in financial analysis and financial modeling.
• Prior FP&A experience, including an understanding of budgeting and forecasting, is required.
• Strong experience with SQL queries and Excel, including advanced reporting, querying, and macros.
• Power BI experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Information Technology. MBA preferred.
• Prior experience in the banking industry or financial institutions is highly preferred.

H1 sponsorship is not available.

PeerSource is a nationwide recruiting firm that prioritizes building strong relationships with the talented professionals we are fortunate to serve. We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire opportunities throughout the US and support W2 as well as independent consultants working on a Corp-to-Corp basis. W2 benefits with PeerSource include health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a matching retirement plan. Contact us for more details!

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology, Analyst, and Finance

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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