Expense Analyst, FP&A

Expense Analyst, FP&A

What We Need 

Corpay is currently looking to hire an Expense Analyst, FP&A within our Finance division. This position falls under our Corpay line of business. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting expense financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and analysis financials and metrics. Reporting to the Manager, FP&A this role will serve as a trusted financial advisor across Finance and cross-functional organizations within Corpay. This role will be a key contributor to financial reporting and analysis that supports the needs of the business. You will report directly to Manager of FP&A and regularly collaborates with the VP of Financial Planning & Analysis.  

How We Work 

As an Expense Analyst, FP& A you will be expected to work in a onsite environment. Corpay will set you up for success by providing: 

• Assigned workspace
• Company-issued equipment
• Formal, hands-on training

Role Responsibilities 

The responsibilities of the role will include: 

• Headcount & expense budget planning including working with department leaders across sales & operations on understanding their hiring needs, roster alignments, and building out consolidated views for executive leadership on expense budgets by department & expense category.
• Financial reporting to executive management, parent company (Corpay), and other subsidiary companies in the Corporate Payments division for GAAP requirements, performance management, and decision support.
• Providing regular headcount & expense performance reports for department leaders with variance explanations to annual plans, forecasts, and prior periods.
• Managing the monthly process around expenses for financial close, forecasting, department rosters, and other activities including intra-month reporting, period-end accounting support, and reporting of variances for performance management.
• Assisting in creating regular or scheduled reports for a variety of audiences on performance, forecast, and budget.  Enhancing reporting and modeling from discrete spreadsheets to consolidated financial tools and assisting with integrating and consolidating LOB financials.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• A bachelor’s degree in finance and/or accounting is preferred.  
• 3+ years of progressive experience in expense budgeting, headcount planning, financial analysis, or experience in a related business environment.
• Experience in a changing environment, preferably in a payment, fintech, or SaaS company.  
• Advanced computer skills and experience with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint are required. Experience working with TM1 IBM Planning Analytics, Planful, or similar financial planning tools is preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Financial Modeling — Knowledge of spreadsheet functionality, connecting data sources, and scenario modeling.
• Roster Management - Knowledge of headcount planning to build out & manage a budget 
• People Skills — Ability to effectively engage, influence, and motivate peers through positive examples, development, and communication. Skilled at collaborating with co-workers to meet department objectives. 
• Business Acumen — Applicable understanding of how business goals and objectives are achieved. Use of sound business judgment in making recommendations and decisions. Ability to predict outcomes from both customer and competitive perspectives.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles, such as GAAP and accrual-based accounting. Knowledge of economic principles, financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Administration and Management —Detail-oriented, analytical, and excellent organization skills.

• Technology— Knowledge of computer hardware and software, including applications and data analysis tools. Use of integrated planning software, database products, data visualization, CRM software, GL accounting software, and phone systems.

• Time, Resource, and Task Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others. Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Critical Thinking and Persuasion— Using logic and reasoning to recognize details of situations, and identify solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions.
• English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Professional communication in writing for the needs of the audience. Presentation skills with an ability to deliver financial data to leadership, partner with them to understand their needs, and recommend solutions.
• Compliance — Knowledge of controls, systems, regulations, and processes for the finance and accounting functions.
• Creativity – Devise creative or innovative solutions to both existing and new problems as they arise. Document existing company processes and methodologies, identify inefficiencies, and present and execute solutions.

Work and Scope and Context 

• The job is focused on financial planning, reporting, forecasting, and analysis of expenses. Must work within timeframes and be flexible to changing priorities. The area of business affects all other areas of company and revenue generation. Responsible for ensuring practices and guidelines are modified and updated as needed.
• Decisions are made within strategic and operational guidelines and are complex in nature.  Decisions affect revenue, expenses, headcount, internal departments, and suppliers.
• Work is self-driven within company goals and strategy. Work affects the flow, information, process, and decisions of others and is operational and strategic in nature. Work tactically and strategically influences all areas of business.
• The job has functional financial management and requires teamwork, discretion, and analysis.
• Contacts are made primarily inside the organization, with the parent company, and other subsidiaries.  Work is primarily with the Finance & Accounting team, Corporate FP&A, and department leaders.
• The position requires regular contact with others - in meetings, by phone, or by email. Interactions focus on strategy and problem-solving. Interactions are initiated by phone, email, and in person. Headsets are used regularly for phone work.
• Information exchange may include confidential or sensitive information. Financial reporting and forecasting of revenues and expenses are the primary objectives of this position.
• Hybrid working conditions. Work from home is allowed in addition to regular office working conditions. Work requires regular sitting/standing at a desk, working with a computer and a telephone. The job will require hours that exceed 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week during peak periods.
• Some travel may be required; less than 10% of the time.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits are available the 1^st month after the hire
• Automatic enrollment into our 401k plan (subject to eligibility requirements)
• Virtual fitness classes offered company-wide
• Robust PTO offerings including: major holidays, vacations, sick, personal, & volunteer time
• Employee discounts with major providers (i.e. wireless, gym, car rental, etc.)
• Philanthropic support with both local and national organizations
• Fun culture with company-wide contests and prizes

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer 

Corpay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Corpay provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, gender (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, language, ancestry, genetic information, veteran and/or military status or any other group status protected by federal or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation for the application and/or interview process, please notify a representative of the Human Resources Department. 

For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity and pay transparency, please click the following links: EEO and Pay Transparency 

#LI-PF1 #LI-Corpay #LI-Hybrid