FP&A Senior Procurement Analyst

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 22 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

We are seeking a Senior Associate, Procurement Analyst to join our FP&A team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for proactively creating and analyzing financial data to directly drive margin improvement and add valuable insights to support firm leadership with managing firmwide expenses and spending. This role requires a desire to analyze the business through data, a passion to be curious, and the courage to story tell with numbers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Analyze spend data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance and compliance.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and trends.
• Create and maintain procurement reports and dashboards.
• Participate in cross-departmental meetings to align procurement strategies with Firm goals.
• Ensure spending requests align with budgets.
• Use software tools to streamline processes and enhance data analysis.
• Develop and manage operating expense forecasts by department, working closely with department heads to understand and project future needs.
• Maintain accurate tracking of departmental operating expenses, ensuring alignment with budget targets and company goals.
• Perform detailed variance analysis by comparing actual results to forecasted and budgeted figures, identifying key drivers of differences.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc reports on operating expenses and cash flow for senior management, highlighting trends, variances, and actionable insights.
• Own the annual corporate expense budgeting process by preparing and presenting expense data, forecasts, and variance insights. Reforecast on a quarterly basis.
• Work closely with finance, accounting, and department leads to understand business needs, gather inputs for forecasting, and align cash flow strategies with overall financial goals.
• Continuously seek ways to improve processes related to expense tracking, variance analysis, and cash flow management, leveraging technology to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Work closely with Treasury function to maintain detailed short- and long-term cash flow forecasts, ensuring accurate projections of inflows and outflows based on operational needs and strategic priorities.
• Monitor cash positions regularly to ensure adequate liquidity for business operations, working capital needs, and strategic investments. Recommend actions to optimize cash flow and manage cash balances effectively.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and projects as requested by the CFO, the finance team, and the business leaders.
• Be a driver or change agent.

Preferred Skills & Qualities:

• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong ability to identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions without needing extensive guidance or direction.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, anticipate challenges, and drive positive change within their scope of work and beyond.
• Proven track record of thriving in environments that require high levels of autonomy and initiative.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive impactful outcomes with minimal oversight.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or similar roles, preferably in a CPA firm or a private equity-backed company.
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial reporting tools.
• Experience with Workday, Power BI, and Hubspot systems is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, excellent communication and leadership skills, and the ability to explain analyses to senior leadership and business partners.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and prioritize competing demands.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities.
• Results-oriented with a process improvement and growth mindset.
• Strong financial management background and success working with a highly competent and innovative executive team.

Why work for Aprio:

Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.

Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment

- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

- 401k with Profit Sharing

- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure

- Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers

- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion

- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance

- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales

- Top rated wellness program

- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

What’s in it for you:

- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what’s next.

- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.

- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.

- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.

- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.

- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.