The Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst will play a critical role in partnering with operations and Finance leadership to develop Annual Plans and quarterly forecasts, generate business model analysis, and deliver monthly reporting and analytics
This role offers the right candidate an amazing opportunity to gain exposure to the entire business and develop their professional capabilities across all functions.
JOB DUTIES
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Sales and Pricing Analysis: Conduct a thorough analysis of sales data, finding trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement. Collaborate with sales teams to develop strategies and action plans to drive sales growth and maximize revenue.
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Operational Analysis: Analyze operational processes and procedures to find areas for optimization and efficiency improvement. Provide recommendations to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance overall performance.
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Financial Modeling: Develop and keep financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and decision-making processes. Analyze financial data and provide correct and prompt reports and insights to management.
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Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic aims. Monitor actual performance against budgeted targets and provide variance analysis.
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Financial Reporting: Prepare and present financial reports, including monthly financial statements, KPIs, and performance metrics. Communicate financial results and insights to key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and understanding.
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Data Management: Collect, organize, and confirm financial and operational data from various sources. Ensure data integrity and accuracy and develop efficient data management processes for ongoing analysis and reporting.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or any related discipline with a quantitative focus.
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1-3 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably with exposure to sales and operational analysis.
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Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with ability in financial modeling and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, and Business Intelligence tools).
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Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-finance professionals.
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Meticulous and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
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Strong problem-solving abilities and an initiative-taking mindset, with the ability to find issues and propose effective solutions.
What's in it for you!
At VLS our employees are the core of our business. As such, we value our employees’ physical, mental, and financial wellbeing by providing first class, high value benefits and resources that are centered around a proper work-life balance.
Physical and Mental Wellbeing: VLS is committed to supporting our employees’ physical and mental health by providing:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - Based on each employee’s need, we offer various high quality, low-premium medical, dental and vision plans, which include our first-in-class concierge service (available in Spanish) and 2nd MD Offering.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Saving Accounts (HSA) – Set aside pre-tax money to use toward your health care spending. VLS provides an employer contribution to all HSA accounts.
Time Off - We offer 11 (eleven) company-paid holidays, in addition to our paid time off and voluntary time off plans.
Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 assistance and counseling services that are 100% confidential and free to all employees and their dependents.
Telemedicine – All employees and dependents receive free virtual visits by licensed practitioners any time, any day…including holidays!
Financial and Retirement Planning: At VLS we offer the following to assist our employees with planning around their finances and saving for retirement:
401(k) - Generous 401(k) matching program after 90 days of employment. VLS will match up to 5% of your pay every pay period. Matching contributions are 100% vested immediately.
Life and Disability Insurance – Employer-paid life insurance, along with short-term and long-term disability coverage provided to all full-time employees.
Voluntary Life Protection Plans – Employees and their dependents can elect coverage in our voluntary life/add, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident plans.
Rewards and Recognition Programs – We celebrate our employees! From birthdays to anniversaries and other various milestones/achievements, we have programs in place to recognize our employees.
Financial Planning - Free One on One financial planning with a certified Financial Planner/Coach.
Employee Discount - Employee Discount Program for savings on everyday goods and services at various retailers throughout the US.