Analyst Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. • Contract • Branchburg, NJ, US • $40 - $47 / hour • 2m ago

Position Description:

This individual will work directly with the Manufacturing & Quality organization and the Manufacturing Finance team to analyze and understand financial performance, including actuals vs. forecast and business plans. This person will manage the financial consolidations of the Branchburg site scorecard, receiving inputs from other team members’ controllerships, and managing their own controllership responsibilities for forecasts, business plans, and strategic plans.

This individual will also handle all Local Capital and Fixed Assets on the Branchburg site. Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. The role requires robust analytical capabilities and the ability to clearly and effectively communicate with finance teams and non-finance managers across the site and at corporate levels.

Key Objectives/Deliverables:

Financial Reporting & Planning:

Accountable for financial reporting and planning for the entire Branchburg site scorecard. Responsible for preparing reports and presentations for site leadership and corporate finance teams. Must explain drivers behind variances and consolidate all finance/accounting-related items at the site.

Department Financial Support:

Provide financial support for all site departments (30+ cost centers), including Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Facilities, and Global Services. Partner with these teams to develop forecasts, analyze actuals, and communicate updated trends and variances.

Capital Projects Management:

Own the local capital financial processes across 50–100 annual projects. Ensure documentation (Business Case, Estimate Summary, Investment Models) is complete and approvals are obtained. Collaborate with local engineering and corporate capital teams for monthly reporting, forecasts, and variance analysis. Ensure timely project closures and support capital audits.

Fixed Asset Management:

Maintain accurate fixed asset records by coordinating with engineering, facilities, and manufacturing teams. Add/remove assets using internal forms and ensure changes in location or usage are properly tracked. Lead the Annual Fixed Asset Inventory covering hundreds of assets.

Financial Systems & Data Accuracy:

Serve as the point of contact for financial reporting systems. Maintain cost center and cost element hierarchies, input data for business planning, and verify accuracy and completeness.

Compensation & Benefits Forecasting:

Partner with HR leadership to plan and analyze Compensation & Benefits expenses, especially during business plan and strategic planning seasons. Provide variance insights and updated forecasts throughout the year.

Ad-hoc Analysis & Month-End Close:

Handle ad-hoc analysis requests from finance leaders and department managers. Address any month-end close financial or accounting tasks related to supported departments.

Basic Requirements: