Senior Financial Analyst - FP&A

Location: Louisville, KY (On-Site)
Travel: Up to 10-15% as needed

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and business-minded Senior Financial Analyst - FP&A to join our finance team at our Louisville headquarters. This role will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership and functional leaders by providing financial insights, forecasting, planning, and analysis that support strategic decision-making and business performance.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who enjoys translating complex financial data into actionable recommendations. This position offers the opportunity to influence company strategy, drive financial performance, and support a growing organization through robust financial planning and analysis processes.

What You'll Do

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial planning initiatives.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models to support strategic business decisions and growth initiatives.
• Analyze monthly financial results and provide clear explanations of variances to budget, forecast, and prior-year performance.
• Partner with business leaders to develop financial assumptions, evaluate performance, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for senior leadership.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights on business trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support profitability analysis, pricing decisions, investment evaluations, and resource allocation initiatives.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and working capital analysis.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis to support operational and strategic business decisions.

Business Partnership & Strategic Support

• Collaborate with department leaders to understand operational drivers and their financial impact.
• Provide financial guidance and analytical support for new initiatives, business cases, and capital investments.
• Develop presentations and executive summaries for leadership meetings and board-level discussions.
• Support acquisition evaluations, market expansion assessments, and other strategic growth opportunities as needed.
• Recommend process improvements that enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and financial visibility.

Reporting & Process Improvement

• Maintain and improve financial reporting tools, dashboards, and management reporting packages.
• Identify opportunities to automate reporting and streamline financial processes.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of financial data across systems and reporting platforms.
• Support the annual audit process and various financial compliance requirements as needed.

What We're Looking For

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• MBA, CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Finance, Strategic Finance, or related financial analysis roles.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and management reporting.
• Proven ability to partner with business leaders and influence decision-making through data-driven recommendations.
• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or multi-site environment is preferred but not required.

Technical Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, pivot tables, Power Query, and complex data analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with business intelligence and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, forecasting methodologies, and performance measurement.

Success Factors

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to translate financial data into clear business recommendations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.

Why Join Us?

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on business performance while partnering directly with senior leadership. You'll help shape the company's financial strategy, improve decision-making processes, and contribute to continued growth and operational excellence.

If you're looking for a role where you can influence strategy, provide meaningful business insights, and drive financial performance, we'd love to hear from you.