Senior Financial Analyst - FP&A Location: Louisville, KY (On-Site) Travel: Up to 10-15% as needed Position Overview We are seeking a highly analytical and business-minded Senior Financial Analyst - FP&A to join our finance team at our Louisville headquarters. This role will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership and functional leaders by providing financial insights, forecasting, planning, and analysis that support strategic decision-making and business performance. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who enjoys translating complex financial data into actionable recommendations. This position offers the opportunity to influence company strategy, drive financial performance, and support a growing organization through robust financial planning and analysis processes. What You'll Do Financial Planning & Analysis • Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial planning initiatives. • Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models to support strategic business decisions and growth initiatives. • Analyze monthly financial results and provide clear explanations of variances to budget, forecast, and prior-year performance. • Partner with business leaders to develop financial assumptions, evaluate performance, and identify opportunities for improvement. • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for senior leadership. • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights on business trends, risks, and opportunities. • Support profitability analysis, pricing decisions, investment evaluations, and resource allocation initiatives. • Assist with cash flow forecasting and working capital analysis. • Conduct ad hoc analysis to support operational and strategic business decisions. Business Partnership & Strategic Support • Collaborate with department leaders to understand operational drivers and their financial impact. • Provide financial guidance and analytical support for new initiatives, business cases, and capital investments. • Develop presentations and executive summaries for leadership meetings and board-level discussions. • Support acquisition evaluations, market expansion assessments, and other strategic growth opportunities as needed. • Recommend process improvements that enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and financial visibility. Reporting & Process Improvement • Maintain and improve financial reporting tools, dashboards, and management reporting packages. • Identify opportunities to automate reporting and streamline financial processes. • Ensure consistency and accuracy of financial data across systems and reporting platforms. • Support the annual audit process and various financial compliance requirements as needed. What We're Looking For Education • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. • MBA, CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification preferred. Experience • 5+ years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Finance, Strategic Finance, or related financial analysis roles. • Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and management reporting. • Proven ability to partner with business leaders and influence decision-making through data-driven recommendations. • Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or multi-site environment is preferred but not required. Technical Skills • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, pivot tables, Power Query, and complex data analysis. • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor, NetSuite, or similar platforms. • Familiarity with business intelligence and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent. • Strong understanding of financial statements, forecasting methodologies, and performance measurement. Success Factors • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. • Ability to translate financial data into clear business recommendations. • Strong communication and presentation skills. • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. • Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset. Why Join Us? This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on business performance while partnering directly with senior leadership. You'll help shape the company's financial strategy, improve decision-making processes, and contribute to continued growth and operational excellence. If you're looking for a role where you can influence strategy, provide meaningful business insights, and drive financial performance, we'd love to hear from you.