Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Business Analyst

Visual Edge IT•North Canton, OH

About The Position

Visual Edge IT is seeking an analytical, curious, and business-minded FP&A Analyst to join its Corporate Finance team. The role turns financial and operational data into insights that inform business decisions and improve performance. It goes beyond traditional reporting by examining the drivers behind results, connecting operational activity to financial outcomes, challenging assumptions, and identifying opportunities for improvement. The analyst works closely with Finance, Accounting, Operations, Sales, IT, and other business leaders. The position develops analysis, financial models, business cases, scenario analyses, KPI dashboards, management reporting, and analytical tools; supports budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning; and communicates findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including executives, the Board, and lenders. It also uses business intelligence and reporting platforms to expand analytical capabilities and seeks to automate reporting and streamline processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
3–5+ years of experience in FP&A, business analytics, corporate finance, consulting, or a related analytical role.
Strong financial analysis, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.
Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft tools.
Experience working with large datasets and Business Intelligence tools.
Ability to synthesize complex financial and operational information into clear, concise business recommendations.
Analytical curiosity and a desire to understand the business drivers behind financial results, not simply report the numbers.
Self-motivation and comfort working in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build credibility with business leaders.
Excellent written, verbal, communication, and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with OneStream, Power BI, or similar reporting and analytics platforms.
MBA or other advanced certifications.

Responsibilities

Perform financial and operational analysis to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and drivers of business performance.
Develop financial models, business cases, scenario analyses, and other tools for strategic and operational decisions.
Analyze large, complex datasets from multiple systems and translate findings into actionable insights.
Build and maintain KPI dashboards, management reporting packages, and analytical tools.
Partner with business leaders to understand operational performance, identify improvement areas, and provide data-driven recommendations.
Use Business Intelligence tools and reporting platforms to expand analytical capabilities and improve access to information.
Present financial findings, insights, and recommendations to Finance, business leadership, and other stakeholders.
Support executive, Board, and lender reporting with accurate, meaningful, timely analysis.
Identify opportunities to automate reporting and analysis, streamline processes, and improve the efficiency and quality of financial information.
Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
Identify business risks and opportunities and help translate findings into performance-improving actions.
Build cross-functional relationships and serve as a trusted analytical partner to Finance, Accounting, Operations, Sales, IT, and other functions.

Benefits

Competitive pay
PTO
Nine paid holidays per year
Medical insurance plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Voluntary life insurance
Employee assistance program
Wellness programs
$50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to employees
401(k) program with employer matching
Training programs and opportunities for career development and internal promotion