Senior FP&A Accountant: Budgeting, Variance & Insights

SL Tennessee; Clinton (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SL Tennessee seeks an FP&A Accountant to analyze financial data, support budgeting, and deliver profitability insights for informed decisions across the business.

You will manage monthly P&L variance analysis, cost monitoring, and KPI reporting, collaborating with internal teams. A bachelor’s in accounting/finance and 3–5+ years FP&A experience are required; MBA is a plus, SAP/Oracle experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years in financial controlling or FP&A.
• Experience in the lighting industry preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• MBA or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support annual budgeting and monitor performance vs budget.
• Conduct monthly P&L variance analysis.
• Monitor cost drivers and recommend cost reductions.
• Gather financial data with internal departments and explain variances.
• Allocate costs to departments, projects, or cost centers.
• Support monthly and quarterly closing with relevant data.
• Improve internal management reporting systems and tools.
• Manage KPIs to align with business goals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

SL Tennessee seeks an FP&A Accountant to analyze financial data, support budgeting, and deliver profitability insights for informed decisions across the business.

You will manage monthly P&L variance analysis, cost monitoring, and KPI reporting, collaborating with internal teams. A bachelor’s in accounting/finance and 3–5+ years FP&A experience are required; MBA is a plus, SAP/Oracle experience preferred.