Senior Financial Planning Analysis Analyst

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Financial Planning Analysis Analyst to join our team at United Natural Foods-UNFI. In this role, you will be responsible for providing strategic financial planning and analysis support to help drive business growth and profitability. As a key member of our finance team, you will have the opportunity to utilize your analytical skills and business acumen to make a significant impact on our company's success. We are looking for a driven and results-oriented individual with a strong background in financial planning and analysis. If you have a passion for numbers and a desire to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

1. Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic planning and decision making.
2. Analyze and interpret financial data to identify trends and provide actionable insights to management.
3. Prepare and present financial reports, including budget variance analysis and forecasting.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics.
5. Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support business initiatives and projects.
6. Provide guidance and recommendations to senior management on financial strategies and opportunities for growth.
7. Monitor industry trends and competitive landscape to identify potential risks and opportunities.
8. Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and reports.
9. Participate in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures.
10. Mentor and train junior analysts on financial planning and analysis best practices.
11. Stay updated on accounting and finance regulations and standards.
12. Proactively identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions.
13. Collaborate with external auditors and assist with financial audits.
14. Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
15. Work with IT teams to optimize financial reporting systems and tools.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Senior Financial Planning Analysis Analyst in Providence, RI, USA is between $86,000 and $124,000 per year. This range may vary depending on factors such as years of experience, education level, and the specific company and industry the analyst works in.

UNFI was founded in 1996 by the merger of two regional distributors, Mountain People's Warehouse (founded in 1976, serving the Western U.S.) and Cornucopia Natural Foods (founded in 1977, serving the Eastern U.S.), forming the first natural products distributorship with national scope. Since 1996, other regional distributors have merged with UNFI, filling in the distribution footprint and making UNFI the largest distributor of natural products.