Financial Analyst II

Position : Financial Analyst II

Employer : Aerospace Company

Location : Pittsburgh, PA

Department : Financial Planning & Analysis

Reports To : Director, Corporate FP&A

Classification : Non-Exempt

Shift : Full-Time, Mon Fri

Compensation : $38-44 / hr - DOE

1. Job Summary

The Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) plays a key role in the company's global FP&A team. This position is responsible for consolidated financial reporting, forecasting, and supporting executive decision-making through strategic financial analysis. The role oversees Hyperion Planning system administration, ensures accurate financial data management, and delivers actionable insights that drive company-wide performance.

2. Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Reporting :

Manage consolidated financial planning, forecasting, and reporting across business segments, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flows.

Prepare quarterly financial reports supporting earnings releases, 10-Q, and 10-K filings.

Review and analyze monthly actuals, forecasts, and plans; explain deviations to senior leadership.

System Management & Process Improvement :

Own administration of the Hyperion Planning environment, including system maintenance, data integrity, and user training.

Lead ongoing management and strategic direction for Hyperion Planning.

Oversee data collection, business driver models, and source file management for efficiency and accuracy.

Drive FP&A process and system improvement initiatives to achieve best-in-class performance.

Business & Strategic Analysis :

Conduct financial and strategic analysis of business segments to derive insights for executive decision-making.

Analyze markets, products, customer revenue, and profitability to recommend actions that enhance results.

Perform competitor and external benchmarking to evaluate performance.

Synthesize analysis into clear, high-impact presentations for senior management.

Collaboration & Communication :

Partner with segment and resource unit contacts to streamline data gathering and reporting.

Develop financial presentations for C-Suite executives and Investor Relations.

Collaborate on ad hoc analysis and cross-functional projects.

3. Qualifications

Required :

Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, accounting, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).

Minimum 7 years of experience in finance, strategy, consulting, or other quantitative functions.

Minimum 7 years of experience analyzing financial statements (income, balance sheet, cash flow).

Advanced financial analytics and quantitative skills.

Expertise in Excel, PowerPoint, and Hyperion applications.

Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred :

MBA or advanced degree in finance / business.

Experience with Hyperion Planning, SharePoint, and Power BI.

Proven financial modeling expertise using Excel.

Highly detail-oriented, proactive, and resourceful.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.