Financial Planning Analyst
Job Title: Financial Planning AnalystLocation: Richmond, Virginia, United StatesType: Full Time Our Client is seeking a driven Senior Associate – FP&A (Strategic Technology Finance) to support financial planning, analysis, and decision‑making for enterprise technology initiatives.This role partners closely with business leaders to provide actionable financial insights, improve transparency into performance, and support strategic investments. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with effective communication and collaboration skills to influence business outcomes.What You’ll Be DoingFinancial Planning & AnalysisAnalyze financial performance and identify key drivers impacting resultsSupport budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management activities for technology initiativesDevelop and enhance financial models to improve visibility and decision‑makingBusiness Partnership & Strategic SupportCollaborate with business leaders to evaluate the financial impact of strategic initiativesProvide insights and recommendations to support planning for new investments and programsAssist with analysis related to business growth, acquisitions, and ad‑hoc projectsReporting & CommunicationPrepare and deliver financial reports and executive‑level presentationsClearly communicate analysis, insights, and recommendations to senior stakeholdersTranslate complex financial data into meaningful, business‑focused narrativesExecution & Project OwnershipManage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining high‑quality outputsTake ownership of key deliverables and contribute as a project lead on select initiativesSupport continuous improvement of financial processes, reporting, and methodologiesWhat You’ll BringBasic QualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience2+ years of experience in financial analysis2+ years of experience in financial modeling1+ year of experience supporting a Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) functionPreferred Qualifications3+ years of experience in financial analysis and modeling2+ years of experience in an FP&A environmentExperience in consulting environments (e.g., Big 4)Strong experience working with cross‑functional teams and stakeholdersKey CompetenciesFinancial Analysis & ModelingStrategic Thinking & Business AcumenCommunication & Stakeholder InfluenceProblem Solving & Analytical ThinkingTime Management & Prioritization