Senior FP&A Analyst

MKIS Professional SearchAkron, OH, US

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Job Description

Senior Financial Planning & Analysis AnalystHybrid Role | 9 Days In-Office Per MonthDrive Strategic Decisions. Lead Financial Intelligence.

Do you excel at building sophisticated financial models that shape executive strategy? Does leading budgeting cycles and delivering high-stakes forecasts energize you? Are you ready to be the strategic finance partner that C-suite leaders rely on? If so, this Senior FP&A Analyst role is your next career move.

Flexible Hybrid Schedule : Work from home most of the month with just 9 days in-office for strategic collaboration and team engagement.

Must be either a US Citizen or Green Card holder.

The Role

This senior-level position is for the seasoned finance professional who operates at the intersection of strategic planning, executive partnership, and financial leadership . You'll architect financial intelligence that drives critical business decisions at the highest levels.

As our Senior FP&A Analyst, you'll lead financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis initiatives. Your advanced modeling expertise will directly influence firm strategy as you partner with executive leadership to optimize performance and guide long-term planning.

What You'll Lead

Strategic Financial Planning & Forecasting

Own annual budgeting and rolling forecasts, ensuring accuracy and strategic alignment

Build sophisticated financial models for scenario planning and long-range forecasting

Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual planning cycles with cross-functional stakeholders

Develop variance analyses and actionable recommendations for executive leadership

Executive-Level Analytics & Insights

Prepare board-ready presentations and executive dashboards analyzing financial performance

Translate complex data into strategic recommendations that drive decision-making

Conduct deep-dive analyses on profitability, practice group performance, and operational efficiency

Lead predictive modeling to anticipate trends and inform strategic planning

Performance Management & Strategic Partnership

Monitor key performance metrics and compare results against budgets, forecasts, and benchmarks

Review P&L performance at firm, department, and practice group levels

Serve as financial advisor for C-suite executives, practice leaders, and department heads

Drive process improvements in FP&A operations and financial reporting

Prepare external benchmarking data to guide competitive positioning

What You Bring

Required :

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration; MBA or CPA preferred

5-7 years of progressive FP&A or strategic finance experience

Advanced Excel and financial modeling expertise : complex scenarios, driver-based models, sensitivity analysis

Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes

Strongly Preferred :

Big 4, corporate FP&A, or professional services finance background

Power BI, Tableau, or advanced data visualization experience

ERP systems experience (Aderant, NetSuite, or similar)

Your Leadership Profile : Strategic thinker who connects financial analysis to business outcomes

Financial modeling expert with sophisticated analytical capabilities

Executive presence with ability to influence senior leadership

Exceptional communicator who translates complexity into clarity

Self-directed leader who thrives in dynamic environments

Collaborative partner who builds strong relationships

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll have a seat at the strategy table, directly influencing executive decisions and organizational direction. Lead high-visibility projects, build cutting-edge financial models, and see your strategic recommendations shape the future.

Ready to elevate your FP&A career? Bring your strategic mindset, modeling expertise, and executive presence to a role where financial intelligence meets business strategy.

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Senior Analyst • Akron, OH, US