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Robert Half Sr. Financial Analyst in Saint Paul, Minnesota
Description
Robert Half is partnering with an east metro organization in search of an Sr. FP& A Analyst.
Our client is an established professional services organization that supports complex, project-based work across multiple business units. With decades of operational experience, the company focuses on delivering high-quality solutions while maintaining strong standards around safety, innovation, and operational excellence. The organization offers a collaborative environment where employees work closely with project teams and leadership to drive financial visibility, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making. Our client offers a competitive base salary, full benefits, as well as a 401k w/ match.
Position Overview
The Sr. FP& A Analyst will manage the financial lifecycle of projects—from setup and budgeting through reporting and closeout. This role partners closely with project managers, operations teams, and finance leadership to ensure financial accuracy, provide insights for decision-making, and improve reporting processes.
Candidates coming from engineering, construction, manufacturing, or other project-based professional services environments are especially well suited for this role.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
Manage the financial lifecycle of projects within the company’s ERP system, including project setup, budgeting, tracking, and closeout.
Align project financial structures with contract terms, revenue recognition requirements, and project budgets.
Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
Track project costs, commitments, and expenditures against approved budgets.
Perform variance analysis and identify financial risks or opportunities.
Support long-term planning and project expenditure forecasting.
Conduct Work in Progress (WIP) analysis and reporting.
Project Reporting
Prepare financial reports for project stakeholders, including cost reports, progress billing, and KPI dashboards.
Ensure accurate accruals and cost allocations according to company policies.
Partner with project managers to interpret financial results and support project decisions.
Serve as a financial liaison between project teams, operations, and finance leadership.
Provide financial guidance and support to project managers and operational teams.
Participate in project review meetings, providing insight into budgets, forecasts, and financial risk.
Risk Management & Analysis
Identify potential financial risks in project execution and recommend mitigation strategies.
Monitor the financial impact of changes in project scope, schedule, or resources.
Support scenario modeling and cost-benefit analysis for strategic planning.
Systems & Process Improvement
Maintain project financial data within ERP and project management systems.
Develop and enhance dashboards, reporting templates, and automated reporting tools.
Identify system or process improvements that improve reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
Generate ad hoc financial and operational reports as needed.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field
5+ years of experience in project analysis, financial analysis, or finance systems roles
Strong understanding of GAAP accounting standards
Experience working in regulated or compliance-driven environments
Experience with ERP systems, financial reporting, and data analysis
Strong skills in:
Budgeting and forecasting
Cost tracking and financial modeling
Variance analysis
Work-in-progress (WIP) reporting
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial data and provide actionable insights
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across multiple teams
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