About the Role:<\/p>\n
\tOur client is seeking a Budgeting\/Forecasting Specialist to build financial models, manage planning cycles, and provide forward-looking insights that guide strategy. This role requires strong analytical skills, mastery of modeling tools, and the ability to translate numbers into actionable recommendations. You will work closely with finance leaders and department heads to ensure budgets and forecasts are accurate, realistic, and strategically aligned.<\/p>\n
Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
Budget Development:<\/p>\n
\tLead preparation of annual operating and capital budgets.
\n\tConsolidate inputs across departments and business units.
\n\tEnsure budgets align with company goals and resource constraints.<\/p>\n
Forecasting:<\/p>\n
\tMaintain rolling forecasts for revenue, expenses, and cash flow.
\n\tUpdate models monthly or quarterly with actuals, adjusting assumptions.
\n\tBuild scenario and sensitivity analyses to test potential outcomes.<\/p>\n
Variance Analysis:<\/p>\n
\tCompare actual results to budgets\/forecasts.
\n\tPrepare written commentary to explain variances and recommend corrective actions.<\/p>\n
Financial Modeling:<\/p>\n
\tBuild dynamic Excel or Google Sheets models (DCF, ROI, IRR, break-even).
\n\tUse advanced formulas, macros, or BI tool integrations to improve accuracy.<\/p>\n
Reporting:<\/p>\n
\tPrepare management reporting packages with dashboards and visualizations.
\n\tPresent insights to executives, highlighting risks and opportunities.<\/p>\n
Collaboration:<\/p>\n
\tPartner with department heads to align forecasts with operational plans.
\n\tWork with FP&A teams to refine planning assumptions.<\/p>\n
Process Improvement:<\/p>\n
\tIdentify inefficiencies in forecasting workflows.
\n\tImplement new FP&A software or improve data integrations (Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, Workday, or equivalent).<\/p>\n
What Makes You a Perfect Fit:<\/p>\n
\tHighly analytical with an eye for detail.
\n\tComfortable building models from scratch and explaining them simply.
\n\tProactive in identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
\n\tSkilled communicator who can influence leaders through data-driven storytelling.<\/p>\n
Required Experience & Skills (Minimum):<\/p>\n
\tBachelor\u2019s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
\n\t3+ years in financial planning\/analysis, budgeting, or forecasting.
\n\tAdvanced Excel\/Google Sheets (nested formulas, pivot tables, sensitivity modeling).
\n\tExperience preparing variance analyses for leadership.<\/p>\n
Ideal Experience & Skills:<\/p>\n
\tFP&A tool experience (Anaplan, Adaptive Insights, Hyperion, Workday).
\n\tMBA, CFA, or CPA credential.
\n\tExperience forecasting for SaaS, real estate, or professional services.
\n\tFamiliarity with BI\/analytics platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Looker).<\/p>\n
What Does a Typical Day Look Like?<\/p>\n
\tA Budgeting\/Forecasting Specialist\u2019s day revolves around building clarity about the future of the business. You will:
\n\tMaintain financial models \u2014 updating them with actuals and revising assumptions based on market or internal trends.
\n\tAnalyze variances \u2014 reviewing how actual results differ from plan and preparing written explanations with supporting data.
\n\tSupport decision-making \u2014 running scenario analyses (\u201cwhat happens if revenue grows 15%?\u201d \u201cwhat if headcount increases by 20?\u201d) and presenting implications to leadership.
\n\tCollaborate across teams \u2014 meeting with department managers to validate budget assumptions and ensure spending aligns with strategy.
\n\tDeliver reporting \u2014 packaging forecasts and analyses into dashboards and executive-ready presentations.
\n\tContinuously improve \u2014 refining models, implementing forecasting software, and streamlining inputs to shorten cycles.
\n\tIn essence: the role is about ensuring the organization has reliable forward-looking data to guide strategy, supported by strong financial models and clear commentary.<\/p>\n
Key Metrics for Success (KPIs):<\/p>\n
\tForecast accuracy within \u00b15\u201310%.
\n\tBudget completion within agreed timelines.
\n\tVariance explanations delivered within 2\u20133 days of close.
\n\tModels updated regularly and free from errors.
\n\tForecasting cycle time is reduced via automation.<\/p>\n
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