Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Specialist

About the Role

As a Senior Financial Specialist within our Financial Planning & Analysis team, you will perform complex financial and variance analysis on business results, including comparisons against budget and projections. This role involves competitive analysis against peer companies, benchmarking internal division results, and monitoring department-level performance versus budget. You will provide detailed data that enables the executive team to make efficient, data-led decisions.

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Examine data and pay close attention to detail.
• Collaborate effectively across teams to influence decision-making.
• Identify and address financial issues through problem-solving and data-driven decisions.
• Maintain high ethical standards, confidentiality, and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze monthly financial results, including Income Statements, Balance Sheets, Cash Flows, and Operational Key Measures, identifying key variances and recommending actions for assigned divisions.
• Support the Manager in developing annual budgets and quarterly projections, collaborating with division leadership to refine forecasts.
• Evaluate financial statements to identify strengths and weaknesses in economic performance.
• Develop and refine financial models and projections to inform strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with the finance team to reconcile data and resolve discrepancies.
• Partner with division leadership to provide insights into profit centers, leading quarterly projections and the annual budgeting process for one or more divisions.
• Identify opportunities to optimize financial systems, improve productivity, and ensure compliance.
• Introduce innovative methods to capture and analyze company, market, and economic data, driving actionable business insights.
• Lead and execute projects with strategic direction from management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in Finance or a similar field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in finance or accounting.
• Highly skilled in Excel.

Work Environment

• Must be able to use sensory skills (e.g., verbal communication) to effectively interact with other Associates and customers.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motions and use fine motor skills (e.g., typing, writing) to operate office equipment (e.g., computer, calculator, copier).
• Must be able to lift and carry approximately 20-25 lbs unassisted.
• Must be able to sit for long periods with occasional reaching and standing.

About the Company

Fischer Homes is one of the largest and most reputable home builders in the Midwestern and Southeastern states. Founded in 1980, the company has built over 42,000 homes and employs over 700 Associates. Recognized as the 32nd largest builder in the United States, Fischer Homes values diversity and sees each Associate as a valuable team member. We select highly competent individuals, provide resources, training, and development opportunities, and support career growth.

Benefits

• Professional development and training programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive compensation.
• 401(k) with company matching contributions and profit-sharing.
• Employee life insurance.
• Personal time off and inclusive leave policies.

Company Values

Fischer Homes holds the highest ethical standards of business. We are honest, straightforward, and stand by our word. Our actions demonstrate respect, courtesy, and fairness.