Senior FP&A Analyst

 Job Title: Senior FP&A / Planning Systems Developer (Abacum, Anaplan, Pigment)  Location: Remote – Preference for Eastern U.S. Time Zones Role Type: Full-time | Remote Compensation: $50k - $70k + bonus (depending on experience level)  Language Requirements: Fluent English (Written and Verbal)  We are looking for a motivated senior analyst to join our client`s planning systems team and develop expertise across Abacum, Anaplan, and Pigment. No prior technology skills required – we will train you from the ground up. What matters most is a solid foundation in finance and accounting, strong logic, and a desire to build a career in financial transformation. You will work directly with senior architects to design models, automate reporting, and help companies run their financial planning processes more intelligently.  Key Responsibilities  - Build and maintain financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting models within Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) platforms. - Translate accounting, FP&A, and business requirements into scalable financial models and structured planning logic. - Support month-end close processes, forecasting cycles, and ongoing financial planning activities within tools such as Abacum, Anaplan, and Pigment. - Gather business requirements from finance stakeholders and collaborate to design effective planning solutions. - Document model structures, assumptions, business rules, and data flows to ensure maintainability and transparency. - Assist with User Acceptance Testing (UAT), end-user training, and deployment of financial planning solutions. - Integrate ERP and accounting system data into EPM platforms to support automated reporting and planning processes. - Develop and enhance dashboards for P&L, Cash Flow, Balance Sheet, budgeting, and financial performance analysis. - Troubleshoot model, data, and process issues using structured problem-solving methodologies. - Collaborate with senior consultants, architects, and clients to support finance transformation initiatives across multiple industries.  Must - Have Qualifications  - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or an MBA. - Strong understanding of financial statements including Profit & Loss (P&L), Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement. - Knowledge of core accounting principles and financial reporting concepts. - Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and numerical reasoning skills. - Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with finance and non-technical stakeholders. - Highly organized with strong attention to detail and documentation practices. - Demonstrated willingness and ability to learn new technologies and financial planning platforms. - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced consulting and client-facing environment  Preferred Qualifications  - Exposure to Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) through internships, academic projects, or professional experience. - Experience with Excel-based financial modeling and data analysis. - Interest in Enterprise Performance Management (EPM), SaaS platforms, and financial technology solutions. - Exposure to ERP systems, accounting software, or business process automation tools. - Basic knowledge of coding, scripting, databases, or systems integration concepts. - Experience supporting financial transformation, reporting, or planning initiatives. - Familiarity with platforms such as Abacum, Anaplan, Pigment, Adaptive Planning, or similar planning solutions.  Career Growth Opportunities  - Become a multi-platform Financial Planning & EPM Developer within 12 months. - Company-sponsored certification paths in Abacum, Anaplan, and Pigment. - Direct mentorship from experienced enterprise architects and finance transformation leaders. - Exposure to clients across banking, tec