Date Posted: Feb 11, 2025
Company: Data Analysis Inc
Title: Financial Analyst, Senior
About Us
Data Analysis Inc (DAI) is the parent company of a global group of privately held firms in fields ranging from institutional equity markets to digital investment news and information to omnichannel communication solutions. DAI provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction and shapes the purpose, vision, and mission of these firms. Shared services include administration, finance, and human resources. DAI’s global team embraces an entrepreneurial focused environment fostering collaboration, teamwork, and creativity with a dynamic culture that emphasizes the value of its associates and their dedication to success. We strive to be leaders in our field, innovators with a history of being in the forefront of using technology to deliver our services.
Summary
The Sr. Analyst, FP&A will support DAI’s manufacturing business, including budgeting and reporting of ODS subsidiary’s P&L and plant P&Ls, including but not limited to providing company stakeholders with an understanding of the detailed business drivers in P&L variances, profitability, and operational efficiencies. The Sr. Analyst will be the subject matter expert of the company’s financial performance as it pertains to the various internal and external users of this data, and its derivatives. This will necessitate regular coordination with various internal diverse groups to ensure alignment and understanding. Additionally, the Sr. Analyst will play a large role in developing robust financial models, pro-forma financial statements, and other requirements as part of high-visibility corporate strategic initiatives and more. This role requires strong intellectual curiosity and financial modeling skillsets, as well as exceptional people skills as it involves regular interdepartmental interfacing.
Duties and Responsibilities
Manage the budgeting and forecasting of business unit P&L lines, in addition to developing an in-depth understanding of all variables that impact those line items to become the go-to SME
Perform detailed variance analysis elucidating drivers in each accounting period, especially in support of manufacturing to enable extremely efficient & rapid growth
Interface regularly with Accounting and Shared Services counterpart(s) to ensure agreement of all numbers and accurate accounting recognition thereof
Provide actionable insights and strong reporting commentary, including metrics reporting
Support FP&A leadership in overall business unit matters helping build & improve processes, support ERP/EPM implementation, etc.
Ad-hoc corporate project modeling, analysis and reporting
Qualifications & Requirements
3-5 years of relevant FP&A experience required
Advanced Excel & PowerPoint skills required
Strong grasp of general business, financial concepts and accounting principles
Strong analytical and research skills
Knowledge of financial software and systems, especially major ERP & EPM solutions (e.g., SAP, MS Dynamics & Planful, Hyperion)
Demonstrated attention to detail as well as the ability to summarize results
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple, often competing, interests while working independently
Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including ability to present to groups
Proactive approach to work, while being able to act independently
EDUCATION
Bachelor in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration required
Master in Business Administration (MBA) and/or professional certification (e.g., CPA) preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer
Data Analysis Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.