FP&A Analyst

Job Description

The FP&A Analyst is an entry‑level position and an integral part of the Company’s FP&A Analytics team. The position supports the FP&A team in developing and presenting financial and operational analyses to all levels of the organization. This role must be located within 40 miles of the Blue River Pet Care Chicago office (1 S. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606).

• Prepare monthly financial dashboard and deck presentation for Senior Management and Board of Directors
• Prepare quarterly departmental budget variance reports for Senior Management
• Analyze monthly financials for opportunities to make action‑oriented conclusions to improve financial and operational results
• Communicate analyses to leadership and key stakeholders for informed strategic decisions
• Provide accurate and timely reporting to departmental managers to support consolidated portfolio
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Retrieve and analyze financial and operational data from platforms, compile data into warehouse
• Perform frequent special ad hoc projects and analysis
• Provide documentation for updated processes

• 0-2 years of work experience preferred
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills and analytical acumen
• Excellent communication skills required
• Strong desire to learn all aspects of FP&A
• Ability to professionally and efficiently organize, prioritize, and multi‑task while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint: efficient database sourcing, utilization of standard Excel functions to aggregate and summarize data, creation of graphs in proper context of data presented, use of best practices for insuring data integrity, design of executive/board level presentation quality outputs
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality of protected information
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Basic understanding of accounting (general ledger, trial balance, and capital policy)
• Experience with Workday or similar planning software is a plus

• Bachelor’s degree in statistics, finance, or another relevant field

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time
• Ability to communicate accurately and clearly with managers at remote locations using email and phone
• The person in this position frequently communicates and collaborates with co‑workers in the office
• Frequent keyboarding/use of computer for data entry

Hybrid

Salary Range: $80,000

Blue River Pet Care team members are eligible to participate in the discretionary annual bonus program.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible & Health Spending Accounts
• Disability, Life Insurance, and Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement plans with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, and Bereavement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Volunteer Time‑off
• Pet Perks with industry vendor partners, including deals on insurance, preventatives, food, and supplies
• Chicago CTA Transit Program Benefits
• Discounted gym memberships for local Chicago team members
• Childcare discounts with Kinder Care
• Exclusive travel, entertainment, and retail discounts
• Hybrid and remote opportunities

Blue River Pet Care is a multi‑state owner and operator of high‑quality veterinary hospitals, with our corporate office located in downtown Chicago. We provide an exit strategy for owners of veterinary hospitals who are looking to reduce the headaches of business and diversify their asset base while continuing to practice or who are seeking to transition their practice as they consider retirement.

We believe strongly in the local franchise and work with our hospitals to strengthen their existing hospital brands and carry on the legacies which have been established.

Diversity is embraced at Blue River Pet Care and the uniqueness of all individuals is supported. All qualified applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or ancestry.