-Collect and validate data from department leaders for annual budget and monthly/quarterly forecasts
-Populate and maintain budget templates and ensure accuracy of inputs
-Assist in preparing driver-based models by cost categories (headcount, compensation, marketing, IT, professional fees)
-Support leads in consolidating departmental budgets and forecasts
-Perform basic variance analysis for SG&A expenses versus budget and forecast
-Prepare detailed schedules and supporting documentation for monthly reporting
-Highlight significant variances and escalate findings
-Prepare cost breakdowns and trend analysis for cost categories as requested
-Assist in modeling impacts of proposed cost-saving initiatives or organizational changes
-Work closely with Plant Controller and department contacts to gather data and clarify assumptions
-Respond to inquiries regarding templates, timelines, and reporting requirements
-Maintain proper documentation for SG&A planning and reporting processes
-Populate and maintain plant-level budget templates and ensure accuracy of inputs (materials, labor, overhead)
-Assist in preparing driver-based models for manufacturing cost categories (direct labor, machine hours, etc.)
-Perform basic variance analysis for manufacturing costs (materials, labor, overhead) versus budget and forecast.
-Prepare detailed schedules and supporting documentation for monthly plant financial reporting
-Highlight significant variances in production costs and escalate findings to plant leadership and FP&A Manager
