Job Description
FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) Analyst Department: Office CT Employment Type: Full Time Location: Chester, CT Description Summary: The Financial Analyst will support the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager in executing core corporate FP&A activities and will partner closely with cross-functional teams including Accounting, Treasury, Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain. This role will focus on analyzing business drivers, identifying trends, and delivering actionable insights that support financial performance and decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate is analytically strong, curious about the business, and comfortable working cross-functionally in a manufacturing environment. Duties and Responsibilities Budgeting & Forecasting Support the annual budgeting and financial planning process, including consolidation of departmental and operational budgets. Assist with monthly forecast updates and budget vs. actual analysis, identifying key variances and underlying drivers. Support deployment of the annual budget through reporting, monitoring, and ongoing refinement throughout the year. Financial Reporting & Performance Analysis Support the FP&A Manager in the preparation of monthly and quarterly leadership and board reporting, including flash reporting, KPI tracking, and ad-hoc analyses. Develop standardized performance analysis comparing actual results to budget and forecast, highlighting risks, opportunities, and actionable recommendations. Revenue, Margin & Pricing Analysis Analyze revenue, gross margin, and inventory trends, including product mix, SKU profitability, and margin drivers. Partner with Sales to understand custom