FP&A Analyst - Forecasting & Budgeting

## FP&A Analyst - Forecasting & BudgetingApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Birmingham, AL, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R26\_0000021244**Job Summary**The Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis supports Motion's Executive, Finance, and Operational Leadership by preparing financial budgets, enhancing forecast accuracy, and delivering actionable insights that support business performance and shareholder value creation.**Responsibilities*** Conduct in-depth analysis of monthly operating results for the income statement, balance sheet and cash flow including comparisons to prior year, forecast, and budget; identifying underlying factors and providing analysis driven recommendations for improvement to current forecast and budget drivers.* Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including preparation, analysis and review of projected financial results and executive-level materials, including detailed variance analysis and scenario bridges, as well as highlight key drivers impacting EBITDA.* Support the CAPEX request intake process, including collecting, reviewing, and organizing capital expenditure submissions from business partners to ensure completeness and policy compliance.* Maintain and update the CAPEX tracking model and reporting files, ensuring accurate project-level tracking of approvals, spending, and remaining budgets.* Assist in preparing quarterly CAPEX forecasts, partnering with operational teams to gather updates on project timelines, spend pacing, and forecast adjustments.* Independently identify and interpret complex trends and patterns in financial data, delivering actionable insights to optimize profitability and cost efficiency.* Build strong working relationships across operational and support functions to promote collaboration on EBITDA improvement initiatives.* Undertake special projects and strategic analyses as requested by senior management.***Qualifications**** Bachelor's degree in finance, Economics or Accounting* 0 - 2 years' experience in Finance or Accounting Analyst role* Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, with a strong focus on Excel and Powerpoint* Experience in Power BI or other data visualization tools* Able to successfully manage and prioritize multiple workflows in a fast-paced environment* Strong analytical skills* Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities* Detail oriented* Excellent oral/written communication skills* Strong work ethic* Team player***Leadership**** Embodies the following values: serve, perform, influence, respect, innovate, team.* Effectively communicates by motivating and inspiring others through clear and proactive communication.* Delivers results and drives customer success by committing and focusing on outcomes to deliver results and making the customer the center of decisions.* Makes balanced decisions and thinks strategically by being a forward thinker.**Physical Demands / Working Environment*** Principal duties of this job are performed primarily in an office environment, with occasional field duties.* Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.* Must be able to stand and walk short distances between work sites.* Must be able to work in a corporate office setting.#J-18808-Ljbffr