Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist

MacKay

$115K — $150K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
  • 5-10 years in financial planning & analysis, budgeting, or corporate finance.
  • Proven leadership in financial initiatives and business strategy alignment.
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret complex financial data and provide recommendations.
  • Excellent communication skills to present financial data to diverse audiences.
  • Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with modern FP&A tools like Vareto or Workday.
  • Experience in implementing budget & forecast platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Lead annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting processes in collaboration with business leaders.
  • Prepare timely financial statements and management reports supporting executive decision-making.
  • Create impactful financial presentations and report packages for senior executives and the Board.
  • Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts to identify trends and provide insights.
  • Develop financial models to assess business performance and support strategic initiatives.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to cross-departmental leaders, aligning financial metrics with business objectives.
  • Enhance financial planning and reporting processes through technology and automation.

Benefits

  • Access to company-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • 100% company-paid Life Insurance and Disability coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and 11 paid holidays.
  • Eligibility for employee ownership options.
  • Covered expenses for licensure and performance bonuses.
Full Job Description
MacKay is seeking a full-time Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist to join our team in Vancouver, WA. Bridging the gap between financial data and business strategy, this pivotal role will be key to our continued growth and long-term success.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role drives the budget and forecasting process for the entire organization. Our ideal candidate will be a strategic finance leader who is motivated to turn data into actionable insights to inform key business decisions and who takes ownership of financial reporting. You will bring exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, a robust understanding of financial principles and business operations, and the ability to influence decision-making at all levels.

We offer a comfortable, collaborative work environment with flexible work arrangements. We're serious about our work - but we're serious about fun, too. If you are looking to drive your career, make a meaningful impact, and influence instrumental strategic business decisions, let's talk.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the company's annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting activities, partnering with business leaders to develop accurate revenue, expense, and cash flow projections.
  • Prepare timely, accurate, and insightful financial statements, management reports, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and dashboards that support informed business decisions and executive leadership.
  • Develop and deliver clear, compelling financial presentations and report packages for the CFO, CEO, Partners, and Board of Directors, translating complex financial data into actionable business insights.
  • Monitor financial performance by analyzing actual results against budgets and forecasts. Identify trends, variances, risks, and opportunities, determine root causes, and provide strategic recommendations to improve business performance.
  • Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to evaluate business performance and support strategic decision-making, including growth initiatives, new service offerings, geographic expansion, acquisitions, and capital investments.
  • Serve as a trusted financial advisor to leaders across Operations, Sales, Human Resources, Marketing, and other departments. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align financial objectives with business strategies, improve financial performance, and support short- and long-term planning.
  • Provide data-driven analysis and financial insights that enable executive leadership to evaluate opportunities, manage risk, optimize resource allocation, and achieve the company's strategic goals.
  • Continuously evaluate and enhance financial planning, reporting, and forecasting processes by leveraging technology, automation, and best practices to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • 5-10 years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or corporate finance.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead financial planning initiatives and partner with leadership to drive business strategy, financial performance, and long-term growth.
  • Exceptional financial analysis and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly and effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, with experience using modern financial planning and analysis (FP&A) tools such as Vareto or Workday
  • Experience implementing a budget & forecast platform
  • Proven success in cross-functional team collaboration and relationship-building

Preferred qualifications:
  • MBA and/or professional certifications, such as a CPA, CMA, or CFA, are highly preferred
  • Experience within the AEC (Architecture, Engineering & Construction) industry is highly preferred
  • Familiarity with Deltek VantagePoint
  • Experience with M&A and integration activities.
  • Experience with Google Workspace tools

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.

US Pay Range

$115,000-$150,000 USD

Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefit package including access to our company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. We also offer 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company's 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match. Additionally, employees receive paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, and are able to participate in employee ownership options. MacKay pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual performance bonuses.

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