FP&A Manager

BGSF; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the transportation sector is seeking a Financial Analyst to develop financial models, manage budgeting processes, and analyze key financial metrics. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, strong analytical skills, and experience with ERP systems. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to strategic financial decisions and enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in FP&A, financial modeling, or business analysis.
• Experience in transportation, logistics, or related industries preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate business performance.
• Drive the annual budgeting process, collaborating with department heads.
• Design and maintain a costing system specific to intercity bus operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Presentation abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or economics

MBA in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems (SAP)

Power BI

Excel

Job description

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• Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate business performance, cost efficiency, and profitability. Analyze key financial metrics (e.g., revenue per mile, fuel costs, maintenance expenses) to identify trends and opportunities. Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial reporting and forecasting processes. Support the implementation of financial systems or tools to enhance efficiency.
• Create monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for internal and external users, including tracking several KPIs by business unit, cost, and profit center.
• Work on other projects as assigned.

Budgets

• Drive the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to develop accurate operational and financial plans. Collaborate with the company controller and operations managers to develop and implement the annual budgets and operational plans.
• Advise all company departments, including the executive team, with sound cost and financial insights. Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts, variance analyses, and actionable insights.

Costing Systems

• Design, implement, and maintain a costing system specific to intercity bus operations. Analyze the financial impact of operational changes, new routes, or fleet investments, and provide recommendations to optimize routes based on sound cost analysis, including supply and demand constraints.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an interdepartmental cost distribution system using a cost driver allocation method. Monitor and analyze cost drivers (fuel, labor, maintenance) and recommend cost-saving initiatives.
• Establish a reporting system to track variances against budgets, facilitating internal discussions for process improvements. Conduct scenario analyses to assess risks and opportunities in the transportation industry.
• Establish policies and procedures related to operational costing.
• Use analytical skills to collect and interpret data, transforming raw data into meaningful insights.
• Apply problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues promptly, gathering relevant information and collaborating in group problem-solving situations.
• Pursue training and development opportunities to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Communicate clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, facilitating effective meetings and setting expectations for positive outcomes.
• Maintain clear, informative writing style suitable for reporting numerical data or documenting policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or economics from an accredited university.
• MBA in Accounting or Finance preferred but not required.
• 3-5 years of experience in FP&A, financial modeling, or business analysis, preferably in transportation, logistics, or related industries.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Power BI, and advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, lean environment.