Sr. Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

New Jersey Resources • Wall Township, NJ

1d • $92,500 - $125,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

New Jersey Resources (NJR) is seeking a Sr. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to support monthly forecasting and long-term planning. The analyst partners across functions to support decision-making and problem-solving through financial modeling and analytics, and prepares analysis and reporting for the NJR Service Company and Parent Company.

The position supports budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis across NJR companies, including employee expense and labor forecasting. It also partners with Information Technology management on monthly forecasts and IT reporting, and collaborates with stakeholders to strengthen the FP&A function as a center of analytical excellence. The role is hybrid and offers an expected base pay range of $92,500–$125,000, with eligibility to participate in an annual short-term incentive program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Five years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, including budget and forecast preparation, variance analysis, and financial modeling.
• Proficiency in Excel and basic knowledge of accounting.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing business needs.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills, with a proactive approach to meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree.
• Proficiency in Oracle and IBM TM1.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain financial models, prepare accurate financial reports, and provide analysis for the NJR Service Company and Parent Company.
• Analyze employee expenses across all NJR companies monthly and ensure labor forecast updates are made on a timely basis.
• Assist with maintaining budgeting and forecasting software and provide backup for administrative tasks.
• Analyze financial results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
• Support the annual operating budget process, track and report performance relative to plan, and help manage ongoing rolling forecasts.
• Partner with Information Technology management to maintain the monthly forecast and support IT reporting.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across the business to help drive the FP&A function as a center of analytical excellence.
• Provide management with analysis as requested.

Benefits

• Day-one medical coverage, including prescription, vision, and dental plans.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Direct Stock Purchase Plan, with optional payroll deductions for employees.
• Wellness perks, including free on- and off-site fitness centers and other programs.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement.
• Vacation and company-paid holidays.
• Flexible work arrangements, with many roles offering hybrid options based on job responsibilities and business needs.
• Eligibility to participate in an annual short-term incentive program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior