Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling; prepare reports, dashboards, and variance analyses; partner with finance and operations for decision support; monitor KPIs; improve reporting processes and data accuracy.
Job TitleSenior Financial Analyst (FP&A)Job Description SummaryC&W Services is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to support financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and business performance analysis across the organization. This role will partner with finance and operational teams to provide insights that support decision-making, improve financial performance, and drive operational efficiency.
The FP&A Analyst will assist in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, variance analysis, and data-driven decision support. This position is ideal for a finance professional looking to grow their career in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.Job Description
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 80,750.00 - $95,000.00
The FP&A Analyst will assist in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, variance analysis, and data-driven decision support. This position is ideal for a finance professional looking to grow their career in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Forecasting
- Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
- Assist in the preparation and maintenance of financial models and planning tools.
- Gather and analyze financial and operational data to support planning activities.
- Help identify financial risks and opportunities through trend analysis.
Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Prepare recurring financial reports, dashboards, and business performance metrics.
- Conduct variance analysis comparing actual results to budget and forecast.
- Analyze revenue, expenses, labor costs, and operational performance data.
- Support month-end and year-end financial close processes as needed.
Business Support
- Partner with finance and operational teams to provide financial insights and reporting support.
- Assist in evaluating business cases, customer contracts, and operational initiatives.
- Provide ad hoc financial and operational analyses for management.
- Support leadership with data and reporting needed for key business decisions.
Performance Monitoring
- Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Identify trends, anomalies, and areas for operational improvement.
- Assist in monitoring financial performance against established goals and targets.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Maintain reporting tools, templates, and financial databases.
- Support efforts to automate and streamline financial reporting processes.
- Help ensure data accuracy and consistency across financial systems and reports.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 1-4 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Finance, Accounting, or a related analytical role.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
- Ability to organize and analyze large volumes of financial data.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet established deadlines.
- Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Experience in facilities services, property services, outsourcing, or other service-based industries.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
- Experience with Power BI, Tableau, SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, or similar platforms.
- Internship or experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, or financial reporting processes.
- Progress toward a CPA, CMA, MBA, or other relevant professional credential.
- Financial and Business Acumen
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Data Analysis
- Communication Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Continuous Learning
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $ 80,750.00 - $95,000.00
C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at C&W Services, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [email protected]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
INCO: “C&W Services”Cushman & Wakefield Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
225 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United States, 60606
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