Strategic FP&A Analyst — Budgeting, Modeling & Insight

Chesapeake Beverage Co.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Beverage Co. in Nottingham, MD is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst who goes beyond reporting the numbers. You will collaborate with leaders across the organization on budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, acquisitions, and operational decisions.

The role emphasizes building models, analyzing variances, and turning data into actionable insights to drive strategic choices. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and 4–6 years of FP&A experience, advanced Excel, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, corporate finance, accounting, or a related area.
• Strong financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis skills.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, journal entries, accruals, and the month-end close process.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 25% based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and annual operating planning components.
• Build financial models, scenario analyses, and business cases for acquisitions, investments, operational changes, labor and benefits costs, and other initiatives.
• Analyze results against budget, forecast, and prior year to identify key drivers, trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with department leaders to manage budgets, forecast results, and support financial decision-making.
• Prepare pro forma analyses for potential acquisitions and other strategic opportunities.
• Review financial results for accuracy and reasonableness, identifying missing or unusual items and appropriate accruals.
• Prepare journal entries as needed and partner with Accounting to resolve questions or discrepancies.
• Turn complex financial information into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Advanced Excel

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

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

Job description

Chesapeake Beverage Co. in Nottingham, MD is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst who goes beyond reporting the numbers. You will collaborate with leaders across the organization on budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, acquisitions, and operational decisions.

The role emphasizes building models, analyzing variances, and turning data into actionable insights to drive strategic choices. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and 4–6 years of FP&A experience, advanced Excel, and strong