Manager, FP&A
Supports global budgeting and forecasting, analyzes business projections, and provides insights for executive decision-making
Develops monthly management reports, analyzes financial results, and tracks key performance indicators for executive and board presentations
Liaises with various departments, assists in investor relations, and conducts ad-hoc analyses to support strategic initiatives
About the Company
FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.
At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.
About the Job
FTI Consulting is looking for a mission-focused, strategic and process-minded Manager to help with the company’s global financial planning and analysis function. This individual will report to the Senior Director of Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis. The manager should be team oriented, have a strong ability to understand, analyze and evaluate businesses within a variety of industries, and have a willingness to work with individuals across the organization.
Responsibilities
Support the coordination and review of company-wide annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, including preparing presentations for Executive Management and Board of Directors which:
Assess business projections for reasonableness
Provide and assess risks and opportunities
Provide analysis for management decision making
Analyze corporate and business operating results monthly and develop appropriate commentary for different audiences. Work closely with segment/regional/industry finance leads to understand business drivers, issues and opportunities
Support the production of monthly management reports for Executive Management and the Board of Directors, including financial information, key metrics, and variance analysis
Assist in the development, consistent definition and tracking of key financial and operational performance indicators
Coordinate the development of Segment MD&A analysis for external reporting needs
Assist in the development of quarterly press release, script and supporting business performance slides/metrics, including reporting packages for analyst call and investor conferences
Assist in development of Executive level presentations on business results, performance analysis, financial models, Forecasts and Budgets etc.
Help support the Investor Relations function, including preparation of investor presentations, dissemination of externally communicated information, etc.
Assist in developing key insights through meaningful adhoc analysis as requested
Act as liaison to Segment/Regional finance leads, Treasury, Investor Relations, Tax and Executive Management in support of information requests
Participate in special projects, as needed
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or related field
MBA
5+ years of experience in FP&A, with experience in Executive-level presentations and Executive support
Ability to travel to clients and FTI office(s) as needed
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; this position does not provide visa sponsorship
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional services background
Exposure to US GAAP accounting and external reporting processes (10K’s, 10Q’s, etc.)
Experienced user of financial systems, TM1, Oracle, SAP, Hyperion, database or other reporting writing tools
Advanced capabilities in Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerPivot etc.)
Experience with data visualization and analytics software, such as Tableau or Microsoft Power BI
Director, Economic Consulting
Oversees research & analysis, develops valuation & risk management solutions, and provides expert advice to clients on a range of transactional & advisory matters
Prepares high-quality reports, presentations, and articles that clearly communicate complex information & insights to clients and stakeholders
Supports business development, coordinates team logistics, and mentors junior staff to contribute to the growth and success of the practice
About the Company
FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,300 employees located in 34 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award–winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.49 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2023. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.
The Securities, Commodities and Derivatives practice advises clients across securities, commodities and derivatives on a wide range of transactional, advisory and contentious matters. We provide clients with innovative, analytical and strategic solutions at critical times.
We combine deep industry knowledge and academic rigor. Our team is made of true experts who have contributed to the theory, written seminal books on derivatives, traded global markets across asset classes, built and managed leading trading businesses in major financial institutions and advised on high- profile transactions and litigation in global capital markets and commodity trading groups. Our quantitative and trading expertise across asset classes, proprietary analytics and risk management technologies gives us an unparalleled ability to support clients in complex advisory engagements and litigation matters that related to securities, commodities and derivatives.
Our work includes independent expertise and testimony in disputes, litigation, arbitration, complex valuation matters including structured derivatives and customized business valuation, transactions (e.g. M&A) and restructuring advisory, risk management, derivatives hedging advisory, business transformation, integrated due diligence, independent business review and quantitative solutions. Our clients are broker dealers, asset managers, hedge fund managers, private equity firms, crypto firms, regulators, legislators, brokers, commodity traders, energy companies (including upstream, midstream and downstream operators), and mining and metal processing firms.
About the Job
The role involves supporting the senior team with writing articles, preparing proposals, preparing presentations for new opportunities, performing research, collaborating in the implementation of proprietary valuation, providing risk management solutions and developing practical and effective solutions to address client issues by bringing industry insight and experiences.
Responsibilities
Directors are responsible for the delivery of individual workstreams within projects, working alone or with others. Directors are centrally involved in analysis and the preparation of formal written reports. They are expected to be able to take responsibility for research and other gathering of information; carrying out quantitative, industry and marketing analysis; and report their findings in a clear, concise and structured way. The role will also involve:
Developing practical and effective solutions to address client issues, by bringing insight and experiences
Summarizing the results of work for presentations and reports
Supporting the senior team with writing articles and preparing presentations
Coordinating team logistics, including marketing, billing, recruiting, and other logistics performing research and collaborating in the implementation of proprietary valuation and risk management solutions
Directors are primarily involved with the Securities, Commodities and Derivatives practice team but may be involved with other practices at FTI, with a focus on financial, commodity, and energy markets
Directors are primarily involved with the Securities, Commodities and Derivatives practice team but may be involved with other practices at FTI, with a focus on financial, commodity and energy markets
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
MS/MSc, PhD in a quantitative discipline (finance, mathematics, physics, engineering, etc.) or MBA (if preceded by undergraduate degree in STEM field)
4+ years of post-graduate professional experience in economic consulting, trading firms, or other financial institutions
Strong working knowledge and experience with Excel; Proficiency in MS Office
Ability to communicate effectively and authoritatively, verbally and in writing
Capacity to critically evaluate and compare different sources of information and assumptions to assess reliability
Ability to develop and apply robust methods to address complex economic and/or financial issues
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines whilst having to rely on inputs provided by others
Willingness to occasionally travel for both short and long-term client engagements
Preferred Qualifications:
Good understanding of financial instruments and derivatives valuation and risk management techniques across asset classes (equity, fixed income, credit, foreign exchange, commodities, energy)
Familiarity with global financial market policies and regulations
Experience with Python and/or VBA