Strategic FP&A Analyst: Budget & Spend Insights

GAF; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

GAF in Parsippany, NJ is seeking a Financial Analyst to act as a strategic partner for functional leadership, overseeing corporate cost structures and spend. The role involves forecasting, budgeting, and monthly close activities to ensure spending stays within plan timelines.

The position supports SG&A budgeting, variance analysis, and reporting, with responsibilities across forecasting, headcount efficiency, and financial systems implementation testing for SAP OPEX as part of Project Skyline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field is required.
• At least 3+ years of experience.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly expense review process for corporate functions.
• Analyze spend details to identify opportunities for savings.
• Improve monthly close activities processes.
• Review ad-hoc financial reporting and special projects.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

SAC (SAP Analytics Cloud)

Google Sheets

Job description

GAF in Parsippany, NJ is seeking a Financial Analyst to act as a strategic partner for functional leadership, overseeing corporate cost structures and spend. The role involves forecasting, budgeting, and monthly close activities to ensure spending stays within plan timelines.

The position supports SG&A budgeting, variance analysis, and reporting, with responsibilities across forecasting, headcount efficiency, and financial systems implementation testing for SAP OPEX as part of Project Skyline.