Principal Financial Analyst; FP&A

Responsibilities

• The Principal Financial Analyst, FP&A is a senior individual contributor responsible for leading complex financial analysis, modeling, forecasting, and decision-support activities
• This role serves as an FP&A subject matter expert for assigned areas and partners with Finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate performance, identify risks and opportunities, and support strategic decision‑making
• The Principal Financial Analyst leads high-impact analytical work streams, improves FP&A processes, and provides informal leadership and mentorship to other analysts
• Lead complex financial modeling, scenario analysis, and decision-support work for assigned areas or enterprise-level initiatives
• Own high-visibility FP&A deliverables, including management reporting, forecast analysis, operating reviews, and executive‑ready materials
• Develop and maintain driver-based models for forecasting, budgeting, long-range planning, and performance management
• Analyze financial results, operating metrics, business trends, and key performance indicators to identify actionable insights
• Partner with Finance leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to evaluate business performance, investment decisions, resource allocation, and strategic initiatives
• Lead annual planning and recurring forecast processes for assigned areas, including assumption review, variance analysis, and risk/opportunity assessment
• Support full financial statement forecasting, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and covenant-related analysis as needed
• Review and improve reporting packages, models, templates, and analytical standards to ensure consistency and quality
• Mentor analysts and provide guidance on modeling, reporting, variance analysis, and business communication
• Partner with Accounting and Finance teams on close-related analysis, accrual review, and forecast-to-actual performance
• Identify and lead process improvements that strengthen planning accuracy, reporting efficiency, data quality, and financial insight
• Support financial systems, reporting automation, and data transformation initiatives

• Culture and benefits built around work‑life balance
• Extensive resources to support physical and mental health
• Employee assistance program
• Generous retirement plans
• Incentives for referring new colleagues
• Learning, training and mentoring programs
• Cross‑functional projects
• Stretch assignments to help you progress
• Receive feedback and earn bonuses from peers & managers
• Employee bonding activities
• ESG and charitable team initiatives

Strong business acumen and ability to connect financial results to operational drivers. Experience preparing materials and insights for senior leadership. Ability to manage ambiguity, prioritize effectively, and deliver high-quality work under tight timelines. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Significant experience with financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, planning, and financial modeling. MBA, CPA, CFA, or similar advanced credential preferred. Ability to synthesize complex data into clear insights, recommendations, and business narratives.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; strong PowerPoint and executive presentation skills. Knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial statement relationships preferred. High intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, and strong problem‑solving skills. Experience with financial systems, planning tools, and ERP/reporting platforms preferred. Expert‑level financial modeling and analytical skills. Ability to lead through influence without direct authority. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

7+ years of progressive experience in Finance, Accounting, FP&A, or related analytical role.