Senior Analyst, Corporate Financial Analysis

States considered: New Jersey Role Description The Senior Analyst, Corporate Financial Analysis supports corporate budgeting, forecasting, and performance management, partnering with FP&A and business unit finance to improve forecasting accuracy and deliver actionable insights. This role develops advanced analyses, scenario models, and management reporting that inform executive decision-making and help the company manage risks, optimize resources, and pursue growth opportunities. The Senior Analyst maintains high standards of data integrity, enhances analytical tools and processes, and communicates clear narratives to stakeholders. The position reports to the Sr. Director, Head of Corporate Financial Analysis and works closely with Strategic FP&A, Business Unit Finance, Accounting, and cross-functional partners. Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Executive Reporting & Strategic Communication • Build and maintain monthly/quarterly management reporting packages (P&L, headcount, KPIs), ensuring accuracy, consistency, and clear narratives for leadership reviews. • Translate complex financial data into concise insights, charts, and pages for executive presentations (CEO, CFO, Operating Committee) under guidance from the Sr. Director. • Prepare draft commentary on drivers, trends, risks, and opportunities, support Q&A and follow-ups. Partnership & Advisory Support • Partner with Business Unit Finance to collect, validate, and synthesize KPI inputs (revenue, volume, pricing, productivity, cost drivers). • Monitor KPI performance versus plan/forecast; highlight variances and emerging themes with recommended actions. • Support ad hoc analytics for strategic initiatives (growth programs, portfolio/market analyses, margin expansion, risk assessments). Management P&L, Performance Monitoring & Cost Control • Own assigned segments of the management P&L production and variance analysis; reconcile to accounting where needed. • Build cost tracking and headcount analytics; identify run-rate trends and potential efficiencies. • Create dashboards and trackers for operating performance versus targets, flag exceptions early. Forecasting, Budgeting & Modeling • Coordinate timelines, templates, and submission checks for monthly outlooks and annual plan cycles. • Develop and maintain driver-based forecasting models and sensitivity analyses; pressure-test assumptions with business partners. Cash Flow, Working Capital & Capital Planning Support • Assist in building indirect cash flow forecasts and working capital bridges; analyze AR/AP/Inventory trends and drivers. • Support capital planning analytics (business cases, ROI tracking, post-investment reviews) in partnership with Strategic FP&A. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication • Maintain strong relationships with FP&A, Accounting/Controllers, Business Unit Finance, and Operational partners to align on definitions and timing. • Facilitate structured hand-offs (templates, calendars, RACI) to improve cycle speed and accuracy. Team & Culture Contribution • Share best practices and contribute to a culture of analytical rigor and continuous improvement. • Uphold high ethical standards and data governance practices. Ad Hoc Analysis • Deliver timely, well-structured ad hoc analyses for the Sr. Director, CFO/CEO requests, and other leadership needs. Requirements : • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics or related field required; advanced degree or certification (MBA, CPA, CFA) preferred. • Minimum 3-5 years of Accounting, Finance/FP&A experience in Commercial, Functional or Corporate level. Corporate Finance experience is a plus. • High proficiency in financial modeling (Excel) and presentation creation (PowerPoint). • Familiarity with enterprise financial systems and IR databases (SAP, OneStream, Factset, and others) preferred. • Outstanding attention to detail; proven ability to ensure materials' accuracy and consistency. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable preparing materials for senior leadership and external audiences. • Strong project management and organizational skills, including meeting coordination and timeline adherence. • Ability to synthesize complex data and deliver clear, actionable insights. • Collaborative team player with strong accountability; able to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines. Onsite role in Parsippany, NJ. Zoetis supports a hybrid working environment, with approximately 50% of time (2-3 workdays per week) required on-site in the Parsippany office. The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $82,000 - $118,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for short-term incentive compensation. In addition to compensation, Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401K plan with a match and profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis, and 4 weeks of vacation. Visit zoetisbenefits.com to learn more. Full time Regular Colleague Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Zoetis employees, or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any c