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Financial Planning & Analysis ManagerRole Overview & Strategic Purpose
The FP&A Associate is an entry-level position designed to support the Financial Planning & Analysis function through accurate reporting, global master data maintenance, and participation in financial transformation initiatives. The incumbent will work under the guidance of senior team members to ensure data accuracy, process compliance, and the smooth execution of global financial transformation projects (FTP). This role is ideal for candidates seeking to build a strong foundation in financial operations and data governance.
Key Responsibilities- Support the preparation and maintenance of accurate financial reports and dashboards; validate data inputs, identify discrepancies, and escalate issues to senior team members
- Assist in maintaining and updating global master data (cost centers, profit centers, GL accounts, customer/vendor records); ensure data integrity and compliance with organizational standards
- Participate in global Financial Transformation Plan (FTP) initiatives; execute assigned tasks including data reconciliation, system configuration support, and process documentation
- Support month-end and quarter-end closing activities; perform reconciliations, prepare supporting schedules, and ensure timely and accurate reporting
- Work with Excel to analyze data, create reports, and build simple automated solutions; develop proficiency in data modeling and visualization tools
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, finance, IT) to gather requirements, understand data flows, and resolve data-related issues
- Document processes, maintain activity records, and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or related fields; recent graduates or those with 2–3 years of relevant experience
- Strong foundational knowledge of financial concepts (general ledger, cost centers, reconciliation) and exposure to financial reporting processes
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data validation, basic automation) is mandatory; familiarity with Power Query is advantageous
- Experience with data management, master data maintenance, or similar roles; exposure to ERP systems (SAP) is preferred
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy with ability to work independently on assigned tasks and escalate complex issues appropriately
- Strong communication skills with ability to clearly document processes and articulate findings to team members and stakeholders
- Quick learner with eagerness to develop technical skills and understanding of financial systems; proactive approach to problem-solving
- Reliable and committed to meeting deadlines; flexible and adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced team environment
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or related field
- Recent graduate or 0-3 years of relevant experience
- Foundational knowledge of financial concepts (general ledger, cost centers, reconciliation)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data validation, basic automation)
- Familiarity with Power Query
- Experience with data management or master data maintenance
- Exposure to ERP systems (SAP)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication skills and ability to document processes
- Ability to support month-end and quarter-end closing activities and perform reconciliations
- Ability to work independently, escalate complex issues, and meet deadlines
- Proactive, quick learner with eagerness to develop technical skills
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and disability and life insurance included. Immediate eligibility in some roles reinforces the sense of dependable core coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as broad, including paid holidays, sick days, volunteer time, sabbaticals, and, in some cases, 25 days of PTO. Flexible scheduling and remote-work options add to perceived time-off and flexibility value.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company contributions or matching and, in some cases, profit sharing or pension savings. Stock purchase/share acquisition programs complement longer-term savings options.
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