Strategic FP&A Analyst: Budgets, Forecasts & Acquisitions

Mitchell Companies; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitchell Companies in Nottingham, MD is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to go beyond number crunching and turn data into strategic business insights. You will collaborate with leaders across the organization on budgeting, forecasting, and decision support, while building robust financial models and scenarios.

The role emphasizes proactive analysis, attention to detail, and clear recommendations for leadership, including participation in acquisitions and operational planning.

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, or related area.
• Advanced Excel skills with modeling, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and annual operating planning.
• Build financial models, scenario analyses, and business cases for acquisitions and investments.
• Analyze results vs budget/forecast/prior year to identify drivers, trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with department leaders to manage budgets, forecast results, and support decisions.
• Prepare pro forma analyses for potential acquisitions and strategic opportunities.
• Review results for accuracy and prepare journal entries with Accounting.
• Convert complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Excel

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

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

Master's degree / CPA / CMA preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

Mitchell Companies in Nottingham, MD is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to go beyond number crunching and turn data into strategic business insights. You will collaborate with leaders across the organization on budgeting, forecasting, and decision support, while building robust financial models and scenarios.

The role emphasizes proactive analysis, attention to detail, and clear recommendations for leadership, including participation in acquisitions and operational planning.