Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

Company: Made by Gather
Location: Boston
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

SENIOR FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS (FP&A) ANALYSTMade by Gather (MBG) is seeking an experienced Senior Analyst to join our growing FP&A team; this person will play a critical role in shaping and leading financial planning for the Company.Reporting to the Sr. Director of FP&A, the Senior Analyst will assist with the design, build, and execution of all key financial planning processes at MBG. They will be the internal owner of the MBG financial model, working with Executive and Finance leadership to assess various strategic capital allocation and financing scenarios. A successful candidate will have a strong financial modeling skillset, possess excellent organization skills, and be detail oriented. This position will require creativity, resourcefulness, and adaptability. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in an environment of change & ambiguity and who will be energized by the challenges that come with navigating evolving priorities - seeing them as opportunities to take ownership and lead. This position can be based at one of our offices in New York City or Montreal; alternatively, employees can also work remotely from anywhere in the United States or Canada.RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In partnership with the Sr. Director of FP&A, lead comprehensive budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes for MBG, partnering closely with Executive leadership to align financial and strategic goals
• These include the long-range financial plan, annual operating plan, and rolling forecast
• Develop and maintain complex forecasting models, including the three-statement company model, to support strategic planning and capital allocation
• Partner closely with teammates on the Accounting, Treasury, and Demand/Supply planning teams to lead consolidated working capital and cash flow forecasting for MBG
• Collaboratively prepare Executive/BOD level reports and presentations, sharing insights and recommendations
• Drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance planning processes over time, including partnering with FP&A, BI, IT, Accounting, and Treasury teammates to leverage software tools and introduce automation
• Act as primary finance business partner to the product development, engineering, and creative service teams. Build strong, cross-functional relationships promoting alignment on financial objectives, opportunities, and potential risksQUALIFICATIONS:
  • 4+ years of experience in FP&A, Corporate/Strategic Finance, or a related field; experience in the CPG industry a plus
  • Expert in MS Excel with the ability to create sophisticated financial models and forecasts
  • Strong background in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and challenge stakeholders at all levels.
  • Experience with ERP systems and financial planning and analysis (FP&A) software; data warehouse (e.g. SnowFlake) and visualization (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) tools are a plus
  • Strong financial and business acumen
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Collaborative team player with a proactive and flexible approach
    *Full-time position with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits program, including hybrid work schedule, extended medical/dental/vision, 401K plus company match, EAP, discount program, holidays and Summer Fridays
    
    
    
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