Overview
*Please note: this position works out of our Boston office 3x per week, with the option to work from home 2x per week.
Responsibilities
Shawmut is seeking ahighly motivated Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst with a strong focus on finance systems management to join our Corporate Finance team. The candidate will combine traditional FP&A expertise with hands-on experience in financial systems, dashboarding, data integration, and AI-enabled automation. This role will play a critical part in preparing financial reports, building dashboards, improving system workflows, delivering analytics, and supporting data-driven decision-making across the organization. The successful candidate is a strong Excel user, detail-oriented, an effective problem solver, eager to learn new technologies, and thrives in collaborative environments.
- Prepare, analyze, and interpret financial reports, forecasts, and budgets to support business objectives.
- Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and data visualizations to provide actionable insights for stakeholders.
- Leverage financial systems and tools to streamline processes, improve data integrity, and enhance reporting efficiency.
- Identify and implement AI-enabled automation opportunities to reduce manual work, improve reporting accuracy, and accelerate recurring FP&A processes.
- Design, build, and maintain dashboards, reports, and self-service analytics that translate financial and operational data into clear, actionable insights.
- Support finance system integrations by partnering with IT, accounting, and business stakeholders to improve data flows, reporting structures, and system connectivity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, solve problems, and implement process improvements.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data through rigorous attention to detail and data validation procedures.
- Support system upgrades, integrations, and user training as needed.
- Continuously seek opportunities to enhance financial modeling, analytics, and reporting capabilities.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of budgeting and forecasting reports. Coordinate with corporate departments and group finance for timely and completeness of submissions.
Qualifications
- Experience:1-3 years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or a related finance function.
- Education: Bachelor27s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Additional Role Specific Skills:
- Experience in construction, engineering or similar industries preferred but not required.
- Some FP&A experience preferred but not required.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools.
- Knowledge of database querying (e.g., SQL) and data visualization tools.
- CPA, CFA, or other relevant certifications are a plus.
- Experience working with financial systems (e.g., ERP, EPM, BI tools) and a solid understanding of system structures and data flows.
- Experience with financial planning software is a plus (e.g., Hyperion, Board, FMW).
- Working knowledge of dashboarding, business intelligence, and data visualization tools, with the ability to present complex data clearly to finance and business stakeholders.
- Exposure to AI, automation, or workflow tools that support reporting, data validation, variance analysis, forecasting, or process improvement is preferred.
- Ability to understand system integrations, data mapping, and upstream/downstream impacts across ERP, EPM, BI, and related finance platforms.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Eagerness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing business needs.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels.
Salary Range Information
Boston Base Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000The range stated is specific to Boston. Placement within the listed range depends on many factors including, but not limited to years of experience, project size capability (for Construction & Field roles) and internal company equity.