Financial Analyst (Corporate Overheads)

Brambles•Orlando, FL

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated FP&A Analyst to support overhead cost management and financial planning across a North America region. This role partners closely with finance and business leaders to drive budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and strategic insights that improve operational performance and decision-making. You will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting leadership with data-driven insights, and enhancing processes that enable efficiency and cost optimization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
2-3 years of experience in financial planning & analysis or a related finance role
Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong understanding of financial planning, reporting, and analysis
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial systems
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and functions
A proactive mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and solve problems
Strong business partnering skills and the ability to influence decision-making
Curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset
Ability to translate financial data into meaningful insights for non-financial stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Experience in a multinational or complex business environment
Advanced degree (MBA, Finance, Accounting, or similar)

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, including profitability reviews, variance analysis, and financial modelling, to support business decisions and optimize performance.
Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic business goals.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., supply chain, commercial, sales) to provide actionable insights that enhance financial decision-making and operational outcomes.
Provide analytical support for business case development, cost analysis, and evaluation of strategic initiatives to ensure informed decision-making.
Drive process improvements by supporting the implementation and optimization of financial tools, automation efforts, and standardized processes.
Perform post-investment reviews to assess the performance of strategic initiatives and recommend corrective actions where needed.
Support efforts to improve reporting, forecasting, and financial data quality, ensuring timely and accurate consolidation of financial information.
Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects, including pricing strategies, cost savings initiatives, and performance tracking, to drive business improvements.
Support long-term financial planning, annual budgeting, and forecasting processes
Lead and deliver regular financial reporting, including monthly results and mid-month forecasts
Analyze overhead costs and provide insights to support cost control and optimization
Partner with finance teams and business leaders to develop accurate budgets and forecasts
Monitor financial performance and identify risks, trends, and opportunities
Prepare and deliver clear, actionable reporting and commentary for stakeholders
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and reporting accuracy
Support month-end close activities, including accrual reviews and financial analysis
Build strong relationships with stakeholders to align financial plans with business objectives
Contribute to special projects, including process improvements and cross-functional initiatives