FP&A Analyst II

Description

Do you have a strong work ethic and the desire to join an organization that invests in its people through cross-training and development? ClarkDietrich fosters a work-life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits. Join the ClarkDietrich team by applying to the FP&A Analyst II position at our West Chester, OH location.

The FP&A Analyst II plays a critical role within our FP&A team, leading efforts in annual planning, monthly forecasting, financial reporting, and performance analysis. This position collaborates cross functionally to provide actionable insights that help drive both decision-making and process improvement. The ideal candidate will be someone who isn’t afraid of rolling up their sleeves while also possessing strong analytical skills and becoming a trusted business partner throughout the organization.

Job Responsibilities

Support the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes, including financial reporting and variance analysis.

Analyze monthly financial performance, identify trends, risks and opportunities, and present findings to internal stakeholders.

Create and maintain basic to complex financial models to support both short-term and long-term planning initiatives.

Partner with functional leaders to understand future business drivers that will ultimately drive decision-making opportunities.

Report monthly results vs plan / forecast, investigate variances and be proactive with corrective action plans.

Prepare dashboards and presentations to effectively communicate financial results and overall business performance.

Ensure data integrity in the reporting process.

Develop new reporting solutions that promote automation and self-service to improve both efficiency and overall data accuracy.

Assist in setting up yearly rebate, royalty, and commission agreements and benchmarking progress monthly to ensure accruals are accurate.

Provide ad-hoc support as requested / needed.

Requirements

Required

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or economics.

3-5 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or a related role.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Strong excel and financial modeling skills.

Preferred

Experience in the manufacturing industry a plus.

Proficient with BI tools such as SQL, Power BI, and Tableau.

Strategic thinking mindset and interpersonal communication skills.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Familiarity with GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Experience with planning software Vena a plus.

Personal Attributes

Results-driven and proactive in identifying and resolving issues.

Able to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines.

Strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Aspirations in developing and growing within the organization through various assignments.

Proactive on enhancing processes and driving productivity improvements.

Pay Transparency

ClarkDietrich’s compensation program supports the company’s Vision and Values. We offer a competitive compensation, opportunities for advancement and a work-life balance.