FPA Analyst

Role: FPA Analyst - Engineering Operations
Location: Santa Clara, CA

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Pl (FPA) Analyst to join our AI Engineering Operations team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in managing and analyzing financial data related to discretionary spending, purchase orders, contingent workers, and capital expenditures (CapEx) within the engineering department. This position requires a deep understanding of financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and the ability to provide actionable insights to support strategic decision-making in a technical and operational environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in FP&A, with a focus on supporting engineering or technical operations.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in financial modeling and data analysis, particularly within an engineering context.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with engineers and technical teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Analysis Reporting:

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis and reporting focused on the engineering department s discretionary spending, purchase orders, contingent labor, and CapEx.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models tailored to the unique needs of engineering operations.
• Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis against budgets and forecasts specific to engineering projects.

Budgeting Forecasting for Engineering Operations:

• Lead the budgeting process for the engineering department, ensuring alignment with overall company financial goals.
• Collaborate closely with engineering leadership to create accurate and realistic financial forecasts, taking into account project timelines, resource allocation, and operational requirements.
• Continuously monitor and update forecasts to reflect changes in engineering priorities and business conditions.

Purchase Orders CapEx Management:

• Oversee and analyze purchase orders related to engineering projects, ensuring they align with budgetary constraints and strategic objectives.
• Track and report on CapEx initiatives within engineering, ensuring adherence to financial policies, project timelines, and budgetary constraints.
• Work with procurement, project management, and engineering teams to optimize purchase order processes and CapEx expenditures, ensuring efficient use of resources.

Contingent Workforce Analysis in Engineering:

• Provide financial analysis and reporting on the use of contingent workers within engineering, including cost-benefit analysis, headcount tracking, and budget compliance.
• Support engineering management in making informed decisions about contingent labor utilization by providing detailed financial insights.

Strategic Financial Support for Engineering Operations:

• Partner with engineering leaders to provide financial guidance and recommendations on discretionary spending, CapEx projects, and contingent labor strategies, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within engineering financial operations, contributing to the department's efficiency and effectiveness.

Compliance & Governance in Engineering Finance:

• Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and internal controls related to discretionary spending, purchase orders, contingent workers, and CapEx within the engineering department.
• Support audits and compliance reviews by providing necessary financial data and documentation specific to engineering operations.