Senior FP&A Analyst (R4232)

Shield AI • Dallas, TX

5d • $80,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Shield AI is seeking an FP&A Analyst to join our Corporate Finance team to support forecasting, budgeting, and strategic decision-making through data-driven insights. This role will play a key part in developing scalable financial models, tools, and processes that enhance visibility into company performance and enable leadership to make informed, high-impact business decisions. You will partner closely with department leaders, Finance, and executive stakeholders to deliver accurate forecasts, actionable analyses, and clear recommendations that align with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or similar analytical roles.
• Strong proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, with a solid understanding of financial statements.
• Advanced Excel skills and data visualization skills (e.g., Power BI or similar tools).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Experience working in dynamic, fast-evolving environments, both independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with financial planning and forecasting systems that support reporting and analysis.
• Background in a software or technology-focused organization and/or a defense or government contracting environment.
• Experience with process automation or improving financial forecasting workflows.
• Strong business acumen and ability to connect financial insights to strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the creation of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), interim forecasts, long-range planning, capital expense planning, and other ad hoc financial modeling exercises.
• Partner with department leaders to review actual performance vs. budget and prepare forecasts that align with company objectives.
• Analyze financial results and variances, providing actionable insights and clear explanations to senior leadership.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and make data-driven recommendations for improving operational efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Build, maintain, and automate financial models and dashboards that deliver timely insights and performance reporting to business stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of Board of Directors and Executive Leadership presentations, ensuring clarity, precision, and strategic alignment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally across Finance, Business Units, and Corporate functions to gather, validate, and interpret financial data, support key initiatives, and enhance decision-making processes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees