FP&A consultant - Staff - EY GDS

Job description

Job purpose The FP&A Staff Consultant supports the delivery of financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis activities, focusing on accurate execution, data integrity, and timely support of FP&A deliverables. The role is primarily execution‑focused, performing foundational FP&A tasks under guidance while building core analytical, financial, and digital skills. The Staff Consultant contributes to budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis activities and supports the adoption of standardized and digitally enabled FP&A ways of working. This role serves as a developmental foundation within the future‑ready FP&A model, preparing individuals for progression into more advanced FP&A analytical and consulting roles. Job Goals Deliver accurate FP&A execution Perform assigned planning, forecasting, and reporting tasks accurately and on time. Ensure completeness and correctness of data used in FP&A outputs. Support performance visibility Assist in preparing variance analysis, reports, and KPI summaries. Help maintain transparent and reliable performance information. Build foundational analytical capability Develop understanding financial drivers, KPIs, and business performance metrics. Apply structured thinking to routine analysis and reconciliations. Adopt digital and standardized ways of working Use templates, automation tools, and dashboards to improve efficiency. Reduce manual effort and errors by following standard FP&A processes. Develop FP&A technical and professional skills Build proficiency in Excel, financial models, and analytics tools. Develop communication, organization, and ownership skills. Key Responsibilities Support execution of FP&A activities, including: Budgeting, Forecasting, and Planning Financial Modeling and Variance Analysis Performance Reporting and KPI Analysis Cost and Profitability Analysis Cash Flow Analysis Collect, validate, and prepare input data for forecasts, budgets, and reports. Update templates, reports, trackers, and planning models. Perform basic variance analysis and highlight deviations for review. Ensure adherence to defined FP&A standards, calendars, and processes. Digital & Analytical Enablement Support Prepare reports and dashboards using Excel and BI tools (e.g., Power BI). Support automation of recurring reports and data preparation tasks. Perform basic data checks, reconciliations, and validations. Participate in testing, documentation, and adoption of new FP&A tools. Stakeholder & Team Support Provide timely support to Senior Consultants and Managers during planning and reporting cycles. Respond to basic data and reporting requests with guidance. Prepare materials for internal reviews and discussions. Escalate issues, data gaps, or delays promptly. Learning, Development & Collaboration Actively learn FP&A processes, tools, and business drivers. Follow established methodologies, SOPs, and documentation standards. Participate in training, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives. Demonstrate strong professionalism, reliability, and willingness to learn. Performance & Quality Support Support tracking of basic FP&A KPIs (timeliness, accuracy). Help maintain data consistency between forecasts, plans, and reports. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives through observations and suggestions. Functional & Technical Skills Foundational understanding of FP&A concepts, including: Budgeting, Forecasting, and Planning Financial Modeling and Variance Analysis Performance and KPI Reporting Cost and Profitability Concepts Cash Flow Fundamentals Strong Excel skills and basic financial modeling capability. Exposure to analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) preferred. Familiarity with planning and EPM tools is a plus. Attention to detail and strong data accuracy mindset. Future-Ready & Behavioral Competencies Analytical Foundation: Demonstrates logical thinking and numerical accuracy. Learning Agility: Quickly learns new tools, processes, and concepts. Digital Awareness: Comfortable using analytics tools and automation‑enabled workflows. Collaboration: Works effectively within FP&A and broader finance teams. Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned tasks and timelines. Professional Discipline: Follows standards, controls, and documentation requirements. Performance Metrics / KPIs Accuracy and completeness of assigned FP&A tasks Timeliness of deliverables Data quality and adherence to standards Responsiveness during planning and reporting cycles Skill development and capability progression Qualifications & Experience Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field. Experience: 0–2 years of relevant finance, accounting, or analytical experience (internships included). Exposure to FP&A, reporting, analytics, or finance operations is preferred. Strong interest in financial analysis, planning, and business insight development.