What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. FP&A Analyst position at Esler Companies | Renewal by Andersen?
Overview
As a Senior Financial Analyst you will play a critical role in supporting the financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making processes across the organization. You will partner closely with Finance leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver insightful financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting that drives business performance. You'll be expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy, analytical rigor, and business acumen, serving as a trusted advisor to leadership on financial trends, risks, and opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Lead the analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages, including variance analysis versus budget, forecast, and prior periods.
- Partner with business leaders across departments (Sales, Operations, Marketing, HR, and IT) to understand performance drivers and provide actionable financial insights.
- Analyze revenue, margin, operating expenses, and key KPIs; identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and present findings to senior leadership.
- Support the annual budgeting process and ongoing reforecasting cycles, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business objectives.
- Evaluate business cases, ROI analyses, and capital investment proposals; provide clear recommendations grounded in financial analysis.
- Improve and automate financial reporting processes, dashboards, and tools to enhance efficiency and decision support.
- Assist with ad hoc financial analysis, scenario modeling, and executive-level presentations as requested.
- Ensure data integrity and consistency across financial systems and reports.
- Other job duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
- Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and corporate finance concepts.
- Ability to synthesize complex financial data into clear, concise insights for non-financial stakeholders.
- High attention to detail with the ability to work under tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentation capabilities.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong working knowledge of PowerPoint and financial reporting systems.
- Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Baseline knowledge of AI and its application to analysis and process improvement.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required
- MBA, CPA, or CFA preferred but not required.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or a related finance role.
- Experience supporting multi-location or growth-oriented organizations preferred.