Senior FP&A Analyst: Manufacturing Margin & Forecasting

Superior Essex Communications; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex Solutions Inc, based in Atlanta, GA, seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to provide financial analysis, forecasting, and business planning support. This role partners with Sales, Production Planning, and Operations to drive margin analysis, forecasts, and actionable insights.

You will analyze plant P&L performance, prepare management reports, and develop financial models to guide strategic decisions. Strong Excel, ERP, and BI skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 5–6 years of related financial analysis, accounting, FP&A, or comparable experience.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
• Proficiency with statistical software, financial systems, databases, and analytical tools.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience developing financial models and reports.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify trends, variances, and financial drivers.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to both Finance and non-Finance stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed financial analysis to support business planning, forecasting, and decision-making.
• Lead and support sales and margin analysis, including identifying trends, variances, drivers, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain sales and margin forecasts in collaboration with Finance, Sales, Pricing, and Operations teams.
• Analyze manufacturing plant P&L performance, including revenue, margins, costs, and key financial drivers.
• Prepare recurring financial reports, management reporting, and presentations that provide clear insight into business performance.
• Analyze actual financial results against budgets, forecasts, and prior-period performance; investigate significant variances and communicate key findings.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes.
• Partner with Sales Accounting, Production Planning, Operations Accounting, and Pricing teams to gather, validate, and analyze financial and operational data.
• Develop financial models and analytical tools to support business planning and strategic initiatives.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through quantitative and statistical analysis.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to Finance Management to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as requested by Finance leadership.
• Ensure financial data and reporting are accurate, timely, and consistent with company standards.
• Continuously improve financial reporting, forecasting processes, and analytical tools.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Excel proficiency

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business/Economics

Tools

ERP systems

Financial planning software

Business intelligence tools

Statistical software

Job description

Essex Solutions Inc, based in Atlanta, GA, seeks a Senior Financial Analyst to provide financial analysis, forecasting, and business planning support. This role partners with Sales, Production Planning, and Operations to drive margin analysis, forecasts, and actionable insights.

You will analyze plant P&L performance, prepare management reports, and develop financial models to guide strategic decisions. Strong Excel, ERP, and BI skills are essential.