Financial Planning & Analysis Associate at Winged Keel Group Manhattan, NY

Financial Planning & Analysis Associate

Winged Keel Group – Manhattan, NY

Winged Keel Group is the premier national high-end life insurance platform. With 11 offices nationally, the firm specializes in the structuring, implementation, and administration of Traditional Life Insurance, Business Continuation Insurance, Private Placement Life Insurance and Annuities, and Corporate-Owned Life Insurance portfolios.

The Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst will play a critical role in driving business performance through financial planning, analysis, and strategic support. This position is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling to support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.

• Develop and manage the annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Create and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis vs. budget/forecast
• Analyze key business drivers, trends, and performance metrics to provide actionable insights
• Partner with business units to understand financial results and drive accountability
• Support scenario planning, long-term planning, and strategic projects
• Assist in the preparation of board presentations and executive summaries
• Maintain and improve financial systems, tools, and processes
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA or CPA is a plus)
• 2–5 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or investment banking
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
• Proficient in Excel and financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Adaptive Insights, Anaplan)
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong business acumen and a proactive problem‑solving mindset
• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple tasks and requests
• Exceptional team player

• Experience working with BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Understanding of GAAP and financial statements
• Experience in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment

• Required to work on a computer for a substantial part of the day
• Frequent work in the evenings and occasionally weekends, as needed to meet deadlines
• A strong fundamental skillset in the above areas from the outset. Candidate will have a unique opportunity to apply and grow these skills in a highly productive, successful, and challenging environment

• Attractive annual compensation package is commensurate with experience
• Eligible for annual profit sharing bonus
• Comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental, life, disability, 401(k), Section 125, and other voluntary benefits.