Financial Planning Analyst

About Us: How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 179 years?! Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team! What’s the role? This position is responsible for supporting financial planning and analysis activities, with a primary focus on the SMT business for FC1, FC2, and FC3, as well as budgeting and midterm planning processes. Additional responsibilities include addressing HQ requirements related to the PNO Cine and Photo FoBs. The role involves analyzing actual accounting transactions in comparison to expected results, identifying variances, and recommending potential adjustments. A thorough understanding of accounting policies, particularly as they pertain to both planning and actual postings, is essential. The successful candidate will also be expected to develop and maintain Excel models to simulate and assess adjustments as business conditions evolve throughout the year. Sound Interesting? Here’s what you’ll do: Conduct comprehensive monthly analyses of budget plans versus actual financial results, identifying variances and trends to provide actionable insights to management. Recommend updated budget figures in response to evolving business activities, ensuring forecasts remain accurate and aligned with organizational objectives. Propose enhancement to accounting structures and processes to accommodate organizational growth and changing operational needs. Design, develop, and maintain advanced Excel models to support dynamic business forecasting, scenario analysis, and decision-making. Prepare and deliver ad hoc financial reports and analyses as required to support transitional business initiatives and strategic planning. Do you qualify? Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related business discipline, supporting advanced analytical and financial reporting tasks. 1–2 years of experience in a professional accounting environment, with a proven track record of performing monthly financial analyses and supporting strategic business initiatives. Expert-level proficiency in Excel, including the ability to design and maintain sophisticated models for forecasting, scenario analysis, and decision support. Familiarity with SAP ERP systems—especially modules like CRM and Business Warehouse—to enhance accounting processes and support dynamic business needs. Additional experience with Microsoft platforms is beneficial, facilitating the preparation and delivery of ad hoc financial reports and analysis. Compensation The annual pay range for this position is $67,000 – $84,000 Actual compensation will depend on factors such as location, experience, education, skills, and role scope Eligible for performance bonus or sales commissions We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS! Medical Vision Dental 401k Matching Employee Assistance Programs Vacation and sick pay The list goes on! The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of requirements, duties, or responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to interpret, amend, or otherwise modify, in whole or in part, any job description at any time, at its sole discretion. Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Maria Khalil Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).