Financial Planning & Analysis Principal

Description

We are looking for a Principal Analyst over FP& A to lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis efforts for a dynamic business environment in Hackberry, Louisiana. This role partners closely with operational and financial stakeholders to translate business activity into meaningful financial insight, improve reporting accuracy, and support informed decision-making. The position also plays a key role in evaluating financial performance, strengthening planning models, and driving cost-conscious business practices.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with department leaders to interpret operational activity and convert it into accurate financial plans, outlooks, and reporting insights.

• Deliver recurring and on-demand financial analysis, including reviews of actual results against plan, forecast, and prior performance.

• Support the development of annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and longer-range business planning processes across the organization.

• Maintain and enhance financial models, assumptions, and core calculations used to support planning and performance management.

• Oversee the accuracy of cost-related master data and reporting inputs within financial and business intelligence systems, including Power BI.

• Coordinate finance team support for external reviews such as audits, benchmarking studies, and similar third-party engagements.

• Provide economic and financial analysis to assist with capital investment decisions and project evaluation activities.

• Consolidate and distribute key performance indicator reporting to provide leadership with clear, actionable business metrics.

• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, strengthen reporting efficiency, and promote ongoing cost optimization initiatives.

• Carry out additional finance and planning duties as needed to support business priorities.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of finance experience, including significant background in financial planning and analysis; 10+ years overall and 6+ years in FP& A are strongly preferred.

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in finance, accounting, economics, or another business-related field.

• Strong command of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, accounting principles, and financial modeling techniques.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI, with the ability to build clear analyses and executive-ready materials.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities effectively while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.

• Detail-oriented and adaptable, with a collaborative approach and comfort working in a changing business environment.

• Certifications such as CPA, CFA, or CMA are considered an advantage.

For confidential consideration, please reach out to Emily Schneller, Robert Half Recruiting Manager, at 504-264-5922. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half.

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