Financial Planning Analyst

Job Description:

Asphalt Specialists LLC and its affiliates (ASI) is a recognized national leader in the asphalt industry, known for our commitment to quality, innovation, and operational excellence. Our expertise in asphalt services, from paving to maintenance and rehabilitation, has positioned us as a trusted partner in delivering high-performance infrastructure solutions. ASI is dedicated to maximizing value for our clients while ensuring long-term durability and superior service.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly analytical FP&A Analyst with experience in the construction industry. This role will serve as a bridge between Accounting and Operations, providing accurate financial reporting, forecasting support, and operational metrics that drive informed decision-making.

The FP&A Analyst will support the CFO, Director of Operations, and COO by preparing financial analyses, developing performance metrics (KPIs), and improving visibility into job-level and company-wide results. A key part of this role will be helping the COO and Director of Operations become more financially savvy by explaining accounting and finance concepts in clear, practical terms, enabling stronger decision-making.

Experience and Skills:

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of financial forecasts and models.
• Prepare monthly variance analysis (budget vs. actual, forecast vs. actual) and explain key drivers.
• Support budgeting processes and job-level forecasting for labor, trucking, and equipment utilization.

Operational Analytics & KPIs

• Develop and update dashboards and reporting tools to track operational and financial performance.
• Provide Operations leadership with clear, actionable data on job performance, costs, and efficiency metrics.
• Generate job-level insights that improve accountability and operational decision-making.

Cross-Functional Support & Financial Education

• Partner with Accounting and Operations to ensure consistent, accurate data across reporting systems.
• Explain financial and accounting concepts to the COO and Director of Operations, making data more accessible and actionable.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting to support Operations and Finance leadership.
• Assist with standardizing reports across systems that currently do not interface.

Process & Data Improvement

• Help streamline manual reporting processes and improve efficiency in data collection.
• Support efforts to ensure integrity and alignment of data across Accounting, Jobs, and Operations.
• Recommend ways to automate reporting and improve timeliness of insights.

Other Duties

• Assist with any other financial, operational, or accounting projects as the need arises.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or related roles; construction industry experience strongly preferred.
• Solid knowledge of forecasting, budgeting, job costing, and financial reporting.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills: experience with construction or accounting software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with large, complex data sets.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify and explain financial concepts to non-financial leaders.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

The FP&A Analyst will also possess the following attributes:

• Meets all the Company’s core values.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical rigor.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to deadlines, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Critical thinking skills and ability to turn data into action.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to work at a computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel to job sites, meetings, and/or conferences as needed.
• Ability to communicate via telephone, email, video, or in-person. Ability to present to small groups.

Disclaimer:

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. You may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by your supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with the Company is 'at-will.' The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Why Join ASI?

At ASI, we take pride in being an industry leader in asphalt services, offering cutting-edge solutions, a strong culture of safety, and a commitment to operational excellence. As an FP&A Analyst, you will have the opportunity to strengthen financial and operational collaboration, improve forecasting, and provide the data that supports smarter business decisions. You will also play a key role in educating Operations leaders on financial concepts, helping them make more informed, data-driven decisions. If you are motivated to grow in a fast-paced and dynamic construction environment, we invite you to apply.