Brilliant Financial Search - IL View Company Profile
Financial Planning AnalystReporting to the Senior FP&A Manager, the Financial Planning Analyst will play a key role in delivering actionable insights through analysis of actuals, forecasts, operating plans, and management reports. This position is integral to collaborating with cross-functional teams, influencing business results, supporting leadership presentations, and spearheading ad hoc projects in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.ResponsibilitiesConsolidate monthly P&L performance metrics, including comparisons to plans, forecasts, and prior year results, as well as volume, NNS, EVA, financial bridges, hedging, historical trends, and SG&A performance.Contribute to the preparation and consolidation of forecasts, operating plans, and financial data for marketing and sales discussions.Lead monthly finance meetings, providing budget owners with actionable variance analyses and insights.Analyze business performance, identify trends, and deliver strategic recommendations through detailed financial models and forecasts.Support the development and maintenance of budgeting, forecasting, and modeling tools.Assist in preparing materials for board presentations in collaboration with business leaders and finance partners.Develop monthly P&L forecasts and collaborate with finance and accounting teams to enhance forecast accuracy.Support full cost-benefit analyses and month-end financial close activities, including resolving unusual items in a timely manner.Handle additional duties as assigned.CompetenciesBuild positive relationships to foster a developmental and coaching-friendly environment.Treat colleagues with respect, promoting an inclusive and positive workplace culture.Seek actionable feedback to understand and enhance performance.Demonstrate a service mindset for internal and external stakeholders.Seek feedback to continually improve service quality.Build strong, lasting customer relationships.Assess cost-benefit implications in decision-making.Stay informed on industry trends and foster interdisciplinary collaboration.Work independently and prioritize tasks to meet targets effectively.Set meaningful priorities aligned with organizational goals.Manage time and work efficiently.QualificationsRequired:Bachelorxe2x80x99s degree in Accounting or Finance.At least 3 years of experience in finance or accounting.Proficiency in MS Office Suite, with intermediate to advanced Excel skills.Preferred:Experience with SAP software.Consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry experience.Advanced certifications such as MBA, CMA, or CPA.SkillsStrong understanding of business operations, particularly in the CPG sector.Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.Strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.Proven adaptability in dynamic environments.Effective cross-functional collaboration skills to achieve shared goals.