Sr. Financial Analyst at Horizontal Talent Sr. Financial Analyst at Horizontal Talent in Princeton, New Jersey Posted in 13 days ago. $22.00 - $51.00 per hour We are looking for a skilled Sr. Financial Analyst to support a division FP&A team with financial planning, analysis, reporting, and business decision support. This role offers the opportunity to partner across finance and marketing teams, strengthen planning processes, and contribute to meaningful improvements in reporting, forecasting, and operational insights. Responsibilities Prepare financial analysis and reporting for plans, latest best estimates, and long-range projections across P&L and balance sheet metrics. Support management review and decision-making by delivering accurate, timely, and well-organized financial information. Help maintain an efficient planning process by coordinating calendars, deliverables, and key deadlines for supported business areas. Build flexible tools and templates that streamline corporate schedules and support reporting and planning needs. Contribute to process improvements and system solutions that enhance financial planning and reporting workflows. Support sales and operations planning through reporting on monthly financial performance metrics, variance analysis, cash conversion cycle, and integrated business planning. Partner with marketing stakeholders to develop annual budgets and forecasts. Perform month-end close activities, including revenue tie-outs, journal entries, expense summaries, and project spend analysis. Prepare daily and weekly sales reporting and projections. Maintain finance scorecard deliverables from other finance organizations. Take on ad hoc analysis and cross-functional projects for senior leadership, including financial modeling, data mining, and presentation support. Skills Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience. 7+ years of finance experience with increasing responsibility in accounting and/or finance roles. Advanced Excel skills and the ability to work confidently with financial data and models. Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial planning processes. Ability to organize work effectively, manage priorities, and deliver high-quality results on time. Comfort working in a collaborative environment and partnering with multiple stakeholders. Proactive mindset with a strong desire to learn, improve processes, and support team goals. Experience preparing clear analysis and presentations that support business decisions. Preferred Skills Experience in a manufacturing environment. Background supporting a large, complex organization. Experience with consolidation-related work. System-minded approach with an interest in improving tools and workflows. Ability to simplify complex information and explain insights clearly to different audiences. Horizontal is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences and are dedicated to creating an environment where different perspectives help drive better outcomes. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex. Please apply through this online posting or by visiting our Job Board at www.horizontaltalent.com/job-board. Applications will be accepted for 4 weeks. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $22 - $51 per hour based on qualifications and experience.