Analyst, Corporate Financial Analysis

Zoetis•Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Analyst, Corporate Financial Analysis supports corporate budgeting, forecasting, and performance management, partnering with FP&A and business unit finance to improve forecasting accuracy and deliver actionable insights. This role develops advanced analyses, scenario models, and management reporting that inform executive decision-making and help the company manage risks, optimize resources, and pursue growth opportunities. The Analyst maintains high standards of data integrity, enhances analytical tools and processes, and communicates clear narratives to stakeholders. The position reports to the Sr. Director, Head of Corporate Financial Analysis and works closely with Strategic FP&A, Business Unit Finance, Accounting, and cross-functional partners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics or related field required
Minimum 3-5 years of Finance/FP&A experience in Commercial, Functional or Corporate level
High proficiency in financial modeling (Excel) and presentation creation (PowerPoint).
Outstanding attention to detail; proven ability to ensure materials’ accuracy and consistency.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable preparing materials for senior leadership and external audiences.
Strong project management and organizational skills, including meeting coordination and timeline adherence.
Ability to synthesize complex data and deliver clear, actionable insights.
Collaborative team player with strong accountability; able to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

advanced degree or certification (MBA, CPA, CFA) preferred
Familiarity with enterprise financial systems and IR databases (Factset, Q4, or similar) preferred.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain monthly/quarterly management reporting packages (P&L, headcount, KPIs), ensuring accuracy, consistency, and clear narratives for leadership reviews.
Translate complex financial data into concise insights, charts, and pages for executive presentations (CEO, CFO, Operating Committee) under guidance from the Sr. Director.
Prepare draft commentary on drivers, trends, risks, and opportunities, support Q&A and follow-ups.
Partner with Business Unit Finance to collect, validate, and synthesize KPI inputs (revenue, volume, pricing, productivity, cost drivers).
Monitor KPI performance versus plan/forecast; highlight variances and emerging themes with recommended actions.
Support ad hoc analytics for strategic initiatives (growth programs, portfolio/market analyses, margin expansion, risk assessments).
Own segments of the management P&L production and variance analysis; reconcile to accounting where needed.
Build cost tracking and headcount analytics; identify run-rate trends and potential efficiencies.
Create dashboards and trackers for operating performance versus targets, flag exceptions early.
Coordinate timelines, templates, and submission checks for monthly outlooks and annual plan cycles.
Develop and maintain driver-based forecasting models and sensitivity analyses; pressure-test assumptions with business partners.
Assist in building indirect cash flow forecasts and working capital bridges; analyze AR/AP/Inventory trends and drivers.
Support capital planning analytics (business cases, ROI tracking, post-investment reviews) in partnership with Strategic FP&A.
Maintain strong relationships with FP&A, Accounting/Controllers, Business Unit Finance, and Operational partners to align on definitions and timing.
Facilitate structured hand-offs (templates, calendars, RACI) to improve cycle speed and accuracy.
Share best practices, mentor junior analysts (if applicable), and contribute to a culture of analytical rigor and continuous improvement.
Uphold high ethical standards and data governance practices.
Deliver timely, well-structured ad hoc analyses for the Sr. Director, CFO/CEO requests, and other leadership needs.