FP&A Analyst

We are looking for a highly skilled FP&A analyst to perform a variety of finance and accounting related activities.  The candidate would ideally have prior experience working in an industrial manufacturing & service environment and is a hands-on finance leader.  Key responsibilities range from performing financial analyses, preparing the multiple reporting , supervising business transactions to maintaining accurate general ledgers of business activities and financial results. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work with a team of three to maintain accurate general ledger of plant accounting activities including:
  • report / reconcile / analyze inventory activity throughout the month
  • plant cost center reporting and analysis
  • capital spending reporting
  • supervise A/P processing and cash application activities
  • manage weekly A/P disbursement process
  • support annual audit, including physical inventory taking coordination
  • coordinate plant requirements with respect to the budget and forecast processes
  • supervise Credit and Collections staff and monitor Accounts Receivable
• Manage monthly closing activities including:

• Ensure accurate subledgers A/R, A/P, Inventory, Fixed Assets, etc.
• Ensure proper accruals and monthly recurring entries are posted. 
• Ensure all accounts are reconciled post month end close
• Manage Sales & Product profitability reporting
• Ensure books and records are maintained to support an annual external Audit.

• Support the Budgeting and Forecasting process:
  • Prepare the annual budget and the quarterly reforecast (multiple dimensions)
  • Lead the monthly budget review with the key budget owners.
  • Prepare the 5 years plan & the investment presentations.
  • Prepare the monthly & quarterly reporting (internal & external) and financial presentations.
• Develop financial analyses for the P&L and the Balance Sheet for the Group and the PL
  • Prepare P&L analyses (revenue, margin, SG&A & net income)
  • Prepare the weekly cashflow.
  • Prepare the bi-yearly Receivables & Inventory Council
  • Prepare with the controller the yearly Balance sheet review.

• Maintain and establish appropriate Internal Controls
• Support FP&A Manager with Plant Analytics and Plant Reporting
  • Provide routine financial reporting and analytics
  • Support ad-hoc requests as needed.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Accounting/Finance Degree required
• CPA a plus
• 10 years experience, prior manufacturing / cost accounting experience
• Strong analytical skills, attention to details
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls
• Strong computer skills - proficient in excel, word, access database, power point; comfortable working with other systems
• Experienced in implementing and transitioning to an ERP System
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and financial reports
• Good communication skills, ability to interact effectively with other departments