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Simcote

Financial Analyst - FP&A

Simcote, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199

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Simcote is seeking a proactive and analytical Financial Analyst to join our Finance team. This role will be deeply involved in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), supporting the CFO in translating strategic vision into actionable financial models and plans. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently, leveraging Microsoft Business Central and Excel to drive insights and support decision-making across the organization. Key Responsibilities

Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop and maintain annual budgets and rolling forecasts in collaboration with department leaders. Budgeting & Forecasting: Perform scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to support operational and financial decisions. Budgeting & Forecasting: Monitor budget performance and provide timely variance updates to the CFO. Financial Modeling: Build and maintain financial models that reflect Simcote’s strategic goals and operational realities. Financial Modeling: Support capital planning, pricing strategies, and investment analysis through robust modeling. Performance Measurement & Variance Analysis: Conduct monthly and quarterly variance analysis comparing actuals to budget/forecast. Performance Measurement & Variance Analysis: Identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and present findings to the CFO and leadership team. Performance Measurement & Variance Analysis: Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to Simcote’s operations. Strategic Planning Support: Convert strategic vision communicated by leadership into financial frameworks and models. Strategic Planning Support: Provide financial insights to support business cases and operational planning. Risk Assessment & Management: Assist in identifying financial risks and developing mitigation strategies. Risk Assessment & Management: Support contingency planning and stress testing for various financial scenarios. Management Reporting: Prepare and deliver clear, concise financial reports and dashboards for the CFO and other stakeholders. Management Reporting: Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of reporting using Excel and Business Central. Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. 2–5 years of experience in FP&A or financial analysis. Strong proficiency in Excel; experience with Microsoft Business Central is highly preferred. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Preferred Attributes

Experience in manufacturing, construction, or industrial sectors. Familiarity with cost accounting and operational metrics. Strong initiative and ability to translate strategic direction into financial execution.

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