Senior Financial Analyst

About the role

• The Senior Analyst, FP&A and Grants will play a key role in supporting the Finance department by providing insightful analysis, forecasting, and reporting to aid in strategic decision-making. This individual will work closely with various stakeholders across the organization to analyze financial data, develop forecasts, and provide actionable insights to drive business performance. The candidate needs to be comfortable using AI tools including ChatGPT, Gemini and/or Anthropic to be able to automate numerous analyses and functions.

What you'll do

• Utilize AI tools to automate analyses including energy cost, pricing, and profitability metrics.
• Responsible for maintaining a pipeline of grant awards, submitting and tracking active applications, as well as tracking performance metrics for the awards.
• Collaborate with the sales team on contract pricing analyses.
• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, collaborating with department heads to develop accurate and achievable financial plans.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, providing variance analysis and actionable insights to senior management.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives, scenario planning, and decision-making.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis to support key business decisions, including pricing strategies, investment opportunities, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Manage investor relations by preparing financial presentations and other materials for investor meetings and conference calls.
• Conduct banking analysis, including cash flow forecasting, covenant compliance monitoring, and relationship management with banking partners.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Accounting, Operations, and other departments to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and alignment on financial goals.
• Identify trends, opportunities, and risks within the business and communicate findings to senior management to support strategic planning efforts.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations and materials for executive leadership and board meetings, providing clear and concise explanations of financial performance and trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a corporate finance or FP&A role.
• Experience using AI tools to automate analyses.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and analysis, with advanced Excel skills; experience with financial planning software is a plus.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.