Financial Planner and Analyst

Job Details

LightPath Technologies - Orlando, FL

Full Time

Description

Description:

The Financial Planner and Analyst (FP&A) plays a critical role in supporting the financial planning, analysis, and decision-making processes across our global, multi-location manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for providing financial insights, forecasts, and reports that drive strategic initiatives and operational efficiency. The FP&A analyst collaborates with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and regulatory compliance in a dynamic, publicly traded environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Financial Planning & Forecasting:

· Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial plans for multiple manufacturing sites.

· Analyze financial performance against forecasts, identifying variances and providing actionable insights.

· Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario analysis and business decision-making.

2. Financial Analysis & Reporting:

· Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior leadership and external stakeholders.

· Conduct variance analysis and identify key performance drivers across global manufacturing locations.

· Support the preparation of materials for earnings calls, board meetings, and investor relations.

3. Operational Efficiency & Cost Analysis:

· Analyze manufacturing costs, including labor, materials, and overhead, to identify cost-saving opportunities.

· Partner with supply chain and operations teams to evaluate capital expenditures (CapEx) and return on investment (ROI).

· Monitor key financial metrics (e.g., gross margin, working capital, inventory turnover) and recommend improvements.

4. Data Management & Systems:

· Ensure data integrity across financial systems and reporting platforms.

· Leverage ERP and business intelligence tools to streamline reporting and analysis.

· Drive continuous improvement in financial processes through automation and enhanced analytics.

5. Compliance & Governance:

· Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and analysis.

· Collaborate with regional finance teams to ensure global standardization of reporting practices.

Qualifications

Knowledge, ability and skills:

· Strategic thinking and analytical mindset.

· Attention to detail and accuracy.

· Collaborative approach to cross-functional teamwork.

· Strong business acumen with a focus on operational efficiency.

· Adaptability in a global, multi-cultural environment.

Minimum previous experience/qualification:

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA a plus.

· 3-5 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

· Strong understanding of financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.

· Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Visual) and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

· Ability to work effectively across global teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, publicly traded company.