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Financial Planning Analyst

Financial Planning Analyst

Kistler GroupNovi, MI, United States
16 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Join Kistler - A Global Leader in Measurement Technology!

At Kistler , we're revolutionizing industries with cutting-edge dynamic measurement technology that helps customers optimize their products and processes. From automotive development to smart manufacturing, our Swiss-engineered sensor solutions are driving the future of electrified drive systems, industrial automation, and emission reduction.

Purpose of the Position : The Financial Planning Analyst supports both commercial decision-making and strategic planning across the organization. This role blends commercial controller responsibilities-such as sales and margin analysis, product profitability, and reporting-with robust financial planning duties, including forecasting, investment evaluation, project financial modeling, and risk and opportunity (R&O) tracking. As a key financial partner to Sales and Executive Leadership, the FP&A Analyst will deliver clear, data-driven insights that guide strategic decisions and drive financial performance.

Key Responsibilities :

Commercial Finance & Controlling :

  • Provide critical financial insights and decision support on revenue, margin, pricing, and product mix.
  • Analyze and report monthly bookings, billings and profitability (CM1) by region, customer, and product group, highlighting key trends, deviations, and opportunities.
  • Prepare detailed Sales Center P&L reports up to CM2.
  • Support sales teams with accurate bookings and billings forecasting.
  • Monitor performance against targets and KPIs, collaborating with commercial leaders to understand variances and implement corrective actions.

Financial Planning & Forecasting :

  • Lead the annual budget, 3-year mid-term plan, and quarterly forecasting processes for sales, gross margin, and cost centers, ensuring alignment with Group Controlling guidelines.
  • Conduct in-depth variance analysis to explain differences between actual and budgeted results, providing actionable insights.
  • Develop and enhance financial forecasting models, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with business assumptions.
  • Analyze and revalue stock, collaborating with sales to ensure visibility and manage aged inventory.
  • Monitor and analyze personal and operational expenses against forecasts, coordinating reclassifications with accounting as needed.
  • Track and report financial risks and opportunities (R&O) across the business, offering early warnings and proposing mitigation strategies.
  • Support the development of strategic planning materials, including long-range plans and growth opportunity assessments.
  • Collaborate across departments to understand financial needs and develop supportive business plans.
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    • Investment & Project Analysis :

  • Develop robust financial models for capital investment proposals, business cases, and strategic initiatives.
  • Analyze ROI, NPV, payback period, and scenario outcomes for capital projects, expansion plans, and new product introductions.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to build project budgets, monitor spend, and report on financial progress against plan.
  • Coordinate with group controlling and update the Clarity system and align the actual with accounting.

    • Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in FP&A, business controlling, or commercial finance roles; experience in a manufacturing or B2B environment preferred.
  • Advanced Excel modeling skills and proficiency in financial planning systems (e.g., SAP, Tagetik, Power BI or similar).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; able to synthesize complex data into clear recommendations.
  • Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
  • Understanding of financial ratios and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to influence non-financial stakeholders.

    • Why Kistler?

    At Kistler, we value your expertise and offer opportunities for professional growth in a global environment. Our competitive benefits package includes :

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan with a 4% company match
  • Generous personal and vacation time

    • Join a team that's shaping the future of measurement technology. We look forward to meeting you!

    Kistler Instrument Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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