Role OverviewWe are seeking a driven and analytical Senior Financial Analyst to join our FP&A team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving the company's financial forecasting, annual budgeting process, and operating plan variance analysis. You will act as a strategic partner to department leaders, providing the financial insights and modeling necessary to support key business decisions and drive growth.Key Responsibilities1. Forecasting, Budgeting, and PlanningLead the coordination and execution of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and quarterly rolling forecasts.Maintain and improve complex three-statement financial models (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) to support long-term strategic planning.Collaborate with department heads to build bottoms-up budgets and track headcount planning.2. Variance Analysis & ReportingPrepare monthly financial reporting packages for Senior Leadership and the Board of Directors, including P&L analysis and KPI tracking.Conduct monthly variance analysis (Actuals vs. Budget vs. Forecast), identifying key drivers of financial performance and proposing corrective actions.Automate and streamline reporting processes to improve speed and accuracy of financial data.3. Strategic Decision SupportPerform ad-hoc financial analysis for special projects, including ROI analysis for capital investments, new product launches, or market expansion.Analyze trends in revenue, cost of goods sold (COGS), and operating expenses to identify opportunities for margin improvement and cost savings.Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable narratives for non-finance stakeholders.