Senior Financial Analyst - Zocalo Recruiting

Job Overview:

The Senior Financial Analyst, with a strong focus on Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), will provide key insights to drive strategic decision-making across the organization. This role plays a crucial part in developing and overseeing the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, along with preparing reports that influence business strategies. The Senior Financial Analyst will work closely with business leaders to ensure financial performance aligns with the company’s overall goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. FP&A Activities:

• Lead the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function, focusing on comprehensive budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.

• Prepare detailed financial performance reports, analyze variances, and provide actionable insights based on key business drivers and trends.

• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop financial models that support business growth and strategic decision-making.

2. Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Own the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with department heads to ensure alignment with business goals.

• Provide accurate and timely financial forecasts and evaluate them against actual results to identify trends and variances.

• Develop long-term financial projections and strategic plans to support growth initiatives.

3. Financial Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to track company performance and present findings to senior management.

• Conduct in-depth variance analysis to explain differences between actual performance and budget/forecast.

• Provide insights into revenue, expenses, profitability, and cost structures to enhance decision-making and drive financial improvement.

4. Strategic Financial Planning:

• Lead strategic initiatives and ad-hoc financial projects, providing guidance on investment decisions, cost-saving measures, and risk mitigation.

• Partner with business units to develop financial strategies that support overall corporate objectives and improve profitability.

5. Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with departments such as Sales, Operations, and Marketing to align financial plans with business priorities.

• Act as the financial partner to non-financial departments, providing them with data-driven insights to support their operational strategies.

6. Data Management & Systems Improvement:

• Manage and enhance financial systems, ensuring accurate data collection and reporting through ERP, financial reporting, and business intelligence tools.

• Drive process improvements in FP&A functions and support the implementation of automated financial tools for better efficiency.

7. Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, GAAP, and other regulatory requirements.

• Assist with audits and collaborate with external auditors to ensure proper financial controls and accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or Master’s preferred).

• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or related fields.

• Strong expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting within FP&A.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial planning systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion).

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data to senior management and non-finance stakeholders.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.