Sr. Operations FP&A Analyst

Karl Storz GmbH & Co. KG

$78K — $101K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years of FP&A or operations finance experience, preferably in manufacturing.
  • Strong foundation in cost accounting including standard costing and variance analysis.
  • Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities.
  • Experience with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle.

Responsibilities

  • Lead annual operating and capital budgeting processes.
  • Own forecasting cycles and deliver accurate projections and variance analysis.
  • Analyze manufacturing performance, focusing on COGS, overhead absorption, and inventory impacts.
  • Partner with operations to enhance cost transparency and financial discipline.
  • Develop and track KPIs across cost, efficiency, throughput, and quality.
  • Serve as the primary finance partner to manufacturing and supply chain leaders.
  • Drive a culture of data-informed decision making.

Benefits

  • Dynamic opportunity to influence business decisions.
  • Work at the intersection of finance and operations.
  • Be part of a progressive culture focused on continuous improvement.
  • Engagement with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Potential for professional development and advancement within the company.
Full Job Description
Salary Range: $78,400 - $101,900 CAD

About the Role

This is not a back-office finance role-it's a true business partnership.

As a Senior Financial Analyst - Operations FP&A Business Partner, you will sit at the intersection of finance and operations, directly supporting manufacturing and supply chain leaders. You'll translate operational performance into financial insight, enabling smarter decisions that drive efficiency, profitability, and long-term growth.

You'll bring structure to complex data, challenge assumptions, and provide the clarity leaders need to act with confidence. If you're energized by influencing the business-not just reporting on it-this role is built for you.

What You'll Do

Financial Planning & Forecasting
  • Lead annual operating and capital budgeting processes
  • Own forecasting cycles, delivering accurate projections and variance analysis
  • Build dynamic financial models to support scenario planning and decision-making

Cost Accounting & Operational Finance
  • Analyze manufacturing performance, including COGS, overhead absorption, and inventory impacts
  • Provide visibility into cost drivers and identify opportunities for optimization
  • Partner with operations to improve cost transparency and financial discipline

Operational Analytics & Insights
  • Develop and track KPIs across cost, efficiency, throughput, and quality
  • Build and maintain dashboards (Power BI / Tableau) to translate data into actionable insights
  • Identify risks and opportunities, clearly articulating financial impact

Strategic Business Partnership
  • Serve as the primary finance partner to manufacturing and supply chain leaders
  • Develop ROI, payback, and NPV models for capital investments and process improvements
  • Present clear, data-driven recommendations to senior leadership

Continuous Improvement
  • Enhance forecasting accuracy and reporting efficiency
  • Streamline financial processes and strengthen governance across operations
  • Drive a culture of data-informed decision-making


What You Bring

Experience & Expertise
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of FP&A or operations finance experience (manufacturing strongly preferred)
  • Strong foundation in cost accounting (standard costing, inventory, variance analysis)

Technical & Analytical Skills
  • Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities
  • ERP experience (SAP or Oracle preferred)
  • Experience with Power BI or Tableau for data visualization

Business Impact & Communication
  • Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive outcomes

Nice to Have
  • MBA or advanced degree
  • Experience with capital investment modeling
  • Strong data storytelling and presentation skills


Who You Are

You're more than an analyst-you're a partner. You're curious, analytical, and driven to understand not just what is happening, but why.

You thrive in fast-paced, operational environments and enjoy working side-by-side with business leaders. You're comfortable challenging assumptions, simplifying complexity, and turning numbers into narratives that drive action.

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