OverviewThe
Principal FP&A Analyst - Finance Systems & Process Optimization will be a key member of the ASD FP&A team, responsible for enhancing our planning, reporting, and analytics capabilities. This role will lead the automation of manual AOP processes, assist in the redesign of reporting after ERP go-live, and build scalable dashboards that improve accuracy, speed, and decision-making across the organization.
This is a role that partners with the various ASD Finance teams to streamline workflows, enhance data quality, and enable a more efficient and insight-driven FP&A function. The ideal candidate brings a blend of
technical depth,
FP&A expertise, and
business partnering skills.
ResponsibilitiesAOP & Forecasting Process Automation- Partner with FP&A leaders to redesign planning processes for efficiency and transparency
- Build scalable tools that reduce cycle time and improve accuracy
- Establish best practices for financial data governance, reporting standards, and documentation of models and dashboards
Financial Modeling & Decision Support- Build and maintain driver-based financial models supporting resource allocation, investment decisions for Long Range planning and Strategic Initiative tracking
- Support business case development for strategic initiatives, including ROI analysis and scenario modeling and tracking and reporting progress
- Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership
Dashboarding & Analytics- Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards that improve visibility into financial performance, KPIs, and operational trends
- Integrate data from ERP, CRM, and other systems to create a unified financial analytics environment
- Drive adoption of self-service analytics across Finance and business partners
- Develop automated reporting packages that replace legacy manual processes
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred
- 7-12+ years of progressive FP&A, commercial finance, or financial systems experience
- Strong experience with AOP cycles, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling
- Demonstrated ability to automate financial processes using Excel/VBA, SQL, or BI tools
- Hands-on experience with Power BI, ERP systems, and CRM platforms (Salesforce a plus)
- Proven track record of partnering with cross-functional teams and influencing decisions
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into executive-ready insights
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-changing, matrixed environment
Key WordsFP&A
Principal Analyst
Principal Financial Analyst
Finance Analyst
