Financial Planning & Analysis Senior Analyst – Workforce Planning

**If you are a current FIB employee, please apply through the Career Worklet in the Employee Portal. This position can be located at Billings, MT and Sioux Falls, SD Downtown branch. What's Important to You We know your career is just one aspect of a meaningful, complex, and demanding life. That's why we designed our compensation and benefits package to provide employees and their families with as much choice as possible. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) in addition to paid federal holidays. Student debt employer repayment program. 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% match. The health and happiness of the places we call home matter to us. Learn a little more about what we do for the communities we serve and why we want YOU to be a part of it. We encourage you to apply. Reach for what you want and tell us why your work ethic and willingness to learn make you a natural fit for #TeamFirstInterstate. SUMMARY The Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Analyst will be responsible for providing forecasts and financial analysis. This position will partner with both Finance and Business Partners to develop detailed budgets and forecasts, track and report performance against budgets, and support key constituents in the understanding of their financial results. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides financial products and services and acting as a business advisor and partner to various business units. Initiates, collects, compiles, and integrates business data to inform forecasts and budgets. Executes variance analysis and provides understanding of operational and financial performance to senior leadership. Makes recommendations for business unit/program's financial and performance improvements. Leads and supports development of business cases using appropriate financial indices and coordination with other stakeholders. Utilizes insightful analysis to support decision making and help drive business results. Assist in the development and improvement of internal senior leadership reports. Lead the annual budget process for FTE and workforce planning across the organization. Partner with business units, HR, and Finance leadership to ensure alignment between workforce plans and financial targets. Prepare and deliver monthly workforce and budget reporting to business unit leaders, HR, and Finance. Analyze FTE trends, labor costs, and variances, providing actionable insights to stakeholders. Create and maintain bank board reporting related to workforce planning, FTE, and incentive programs. Support incentive plans from a reporting and validation standpoint. Validate and monitor incentive plan performance in calculations and payouts. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Proficient in Microsoft Excel and advanced understanding of forecast modeling EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Bachelor's Degree required 4-6 years experience in finance, accounting, business, or a related role required LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Certified Public Accountant preferred Chartered Finance Analyst preferred PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment are representative of those that must be met or encountered to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Dexterity of hands/fingers to operate computer keyboard and mouse - Frequently Sitting - Frequently Standing - Occasionally Noise Level - Moderate Typical Work hours - M-F (8-5) Regular and Predictable Attendance - Required **If you are a current FIB employee, please apply through the Career Worklet in the Employee Portal. Employment is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications directly related to the position. We make all reasonable accommodations to meet the obligations set forth under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. In order to ensure reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, individuals that require accommodation in the job application process for a posted position may contact us Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm MST at careers@fib.com. All applicants must pass pre-employment screenings including a background check. First Interstate BancSystem participates in E-Verify which will require new employees to verify their identity and employment eligibility through the internet-based system operated by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). E-Verify Notice English or Spanish Right to Work Notice English or Spanish