Sr FP&A Specialist (contract)

We are looking for an experienced Sr FP& A Specialist to support financial planning activities for a growing IT software organization in Frisco, Texas. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis while helping leaders make informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, advanced spreadsheet skills, and the confidence to communicate financial insights clearly across multiple levels of the organization.

This is a 6-month contract position

Mostly REMOTE but prefers candidate that lives local in the Dallas market (ability to occasionally collaborate in office is a plus).

Sr FP& A Specialist (contract position):

Responsibilities:

• Develop financial plans, forecasts, and budget models that support short- and long-range business objectives.

• Analyze actual results against forecasts and budgets, identifying trends, risks, and key drivers behind performance differences.

• Monitor operating expenses and provide practical recommendations to improve cost visibility and spending control.

• Conduct detailed cost evaluations to support financial decision-making and resource allocation.

• Review monthly financial activity with a clear understanding of current-period expenses and accrual-based entries.

• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations that translate financial data into meaningful insights for stakeholders.

• Present findings and recommendations to team members, managers, and senior leadership in a clear and thorough manner.

• Create and maintain process documentation to support consistency, transparency, and efficient financial operations.

Top 3 keys:

1. Strong FP& A including the ability to run ROI scenarios for projects

2. AI capabilities including process improvement

3. Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with senior leaders. Be a sounding board

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, or related finance functions.

• Strong background in forecasting, variance reporting, expense oversight, and cost analysis.

• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to build models, analyze large datasets, and summarize results effectively.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to audiences at different organizational levels.

• Experience preparing clear reports or presentations for business and finance stakeholders.

• Familiarity with enterprise performance management or planning tools such as Workday Adaptive Planning or Adaptive Insights is preferred.

• Knowledge of accruals, in-period expenses, and core financial management principles.

• Experience documenting finance procedures and maintaining clear process records.

Experience applying AI-enabled tools, automation, and advanced analytics 

Compensation

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