Financial Planning & Analysis Consultant, Temporary

MyEyeDr. • Vienna, VA

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled temporary Finance Consultant to join our team. This candidate will be instrumental in equipping the leadership team with the critical information necessary for informed strategic, operational, and tactical decision-making. They will assess progress towards company objectives, analyze trends, and focus on forecasting future results.
The Consultant will deliver in-depth analyses and reports to help leadership understand business performance and growth potential. Their primary focus will be on gaining a comprehensive understanding of business trends through detailed analysis and modeling, as well as preparing clear reports to communicate findings effectively.
This role will support multiple business leaders across the organization, providing subject matter expertise aligned with various business functions. The Consultant will offer strategic financial support through financial analysis, sensitivity modeling, budgeting, and forecasting, thereby facilitating key strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in progressive Finance roles.
• Proven experience in a similar role in a multi-location sales or retail environment. Strong financial analysis and modeling skills, with a deep understanding of financial concepts and key performance indicators
• Proficient in financial software and ERP systems
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate financial insights to non-financial stakeholders clearly

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in private equity backed environments and familiarity with investor reporting requirements a plus.
• Previous experience managing teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
• Design and present focused, strategic reporting to field management, highlighting key performance indicators and financial highlights.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop and manage departmental budgets. Monitor and control expenses, ensuring adherence to budgetary guidelines, and identifying areas for cost optimization.
• Evaluate potential investments and acquisitions. Conducts ROI analyses to assess the financial feasibility of expansion projects and strategics initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to financial regulations, accounting principles and internal controls. Collaborate with accounting team to provide support for financial audits, reviews and statutory reporting as needed.
• Develop financial models to forecast various scenarios and long-range planning and assess potential risks and opportunities, guiding decision making processes.
• Partner with leadership to formulate financial strategies aligned with the company’s long-term goals and private equity investor expectations.
• Partner within the Finance and Accounting teams and with the Leadership team to build the optimal value for the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees