Financial Planning Analyst Lead

Lennox International•Richardson, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Planning Analyst Lead is responsible for creating accounting, financial reporting, planning and analysis for the Residential Segment. This includes assisting in updating forecasts, analyzing financial results, and communicating the financial story to Accounting, FP&A Business Partners, and Segment CFO. The position provides the opportunity to develop experience in the fundamentals of financial performance and reporting best practices.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requires at least 8 years related experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel and Access skills.
Knowledge of enterprise systems (e.g., SAP, Hyperion).
Advanced aptitude in problem solving.
Strong leadership skills and initiative.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Review financial results, comparing and analyzing actuals versus plan, forecast, and prior year to analyze the cause of variances, identify trends, and monitor impacts to key performance indicators
Partner with other Finance Business Partners to understand key business drivers, then based on financial results document findings, insights, and implications to the Residential business
Partner with Finance and Accounting business partners to provide inputs to monthly and quarterly financial cash forecasting and reporting
Support the development of financial models and other analytical tools to enhance the efficiency of business applications and processes
Support development of annual financial plan targets for Residential Manufacturing Sites
Support financial forecast consolidation process for the Segment
Assist ad hoc financial research projects as needed
Coach less-experienced financial analysts