Robert Half is seeking a FP&A analyst for a growing company in Cincinnati. Below are the responsibilities for the FP&A analyst position. For immediate consideration please contact Jarrod Moon (859)229-3603.
Essential Functions:
- Develop a thorough understanding of assigned financial reports, investigate unusual results, and provide recommendations that support the financial health and performance of the business.
- Compile and analyze financial information to maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure inventory and manufacturing transactions are recorded accurately and timely.
- Actively participate in Operations meetings, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives by providing financial guidance, reporting, data validation, and decision support.
- Maintain monthly close files including Profit and Loss reports, Gross Margin Walks and Operating Expense reporting.
- Prepare, analyze, and maintain recurring and nonrecurring journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation related to operational cost accounting and inventory book-to-perpetual activity.
- Analyze and prepare monthly financial reports, explain actual results compared with budget, forecast, and prior periods; identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Prepare and interpret monthly standard margin, gross margin, and cost of goods sold/manufactured analyses, and recommend actions based on the results.
- Develop and improve operational reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators that clearly communicate the financial implications of manufacturing activities.
- 2+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a related accounting or finance role.
- Demonstrated ability to perform financial analysis, build reporting, and interpret business performance data in a manufacturing or operational environment.
- Experience with financial planning, forecasting, and modeling concepts used to support business decisions.
- Working knowledge of cost accounting, inventory-related financial activity, and general ledger processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to organize, analyze, and present complex financial information.
- Experience using financial systems or planning tools such as Adaptive Insights, OneStream, or similar platforms.
- Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate findings clearly to finance and operations stakeholders.