Finance Analyst - Corporate Functions

Job Posting:

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce.

Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

We are seeking a high-performing Finance Analyst to join our Corporate Finance team. This role plays a critical part in delivering financial insights, reporting, and analysis to support business decision-making. As a high-visibility position, this individual will regularly interact with and provide reporting to senior leadership.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with 1–3 years of experience, with the potential to be leveled as a Senior Financial Analyst based on experience and demonstrated capabilities.

This role is open to remote work across the United States or out of Ferguson's corporate offices in Newport News, VA, according to company policy. This role will work East Coast hours.

Responsibilities:

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and deliver accurate and timely recurring financial reports, including daily and deliverables.
• Produce and maintain daily sales reporting, ensuring data integrity and highlighting key trends and variances.
• Analyze financial performance versus budget and prior periods, identifying drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and automate reporting tools to improve efficiency and data transparency.

• Support the annual budget and periodic forecasting processes, including data gathering, modeling, and validation.
• Partner with business stakeholders to understand assumptions and incorporate them into financial projections.
• Assist with scenario analysis and “what-if” modeling to support business planning.

• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for leadership.
• Perform variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast) and clearly communicate key drivers.
• Support ad hoc analysis and strategic initiatives as required by leadership.
• Identify trends and proactively suggest recommendations to improve financial performance.

• Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data across reporting systems.
• Work with large datasets to clean, validate, and reconcile data from sources.
• Continuously find opportunities to streamline and enhance reporting processes.
• Support implementation and optimization of financial systems and tools.

• Partner with teams across Business Finance, Acquisitions, Accounting, and other functions to gather insights and align reporting.
• Serve as a key liaison between finance and business partners.
• Build strong relationships to support a collaborative and insightful finance function.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in finance, FP&A, or related analytical roles.
• Strong financial competence and understanding of financial statements and key metrics.
• Sophisticated proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, financial modeling).
• Experience using AI tools (e.g., Copilot, Gemini, or similar) to enhance analysis, automate tasks, and improve productivity.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools.
• Exposure to Anaplan or other financial planning systems.
• Experience with ERP systems or financial reporting tools.
• Familiarity with data automation tools (Power Query, Power Pivot, etc.).
• Highly meticulous with a focus on accuracy.
• Naturally curious and willing to dig into data to uncover insights.
• Proactive, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Confidentiality and high ethical standards.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to influence cross-functional partners.

• High exposure to senior leadership and decision-making processes.
• Opportunity to shape reporting and analytics within the corporate finance function.
• Career growth potential, including path to Senior Financial Analyst.
• Flexible work environment with remote or local options.

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

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Pay Range:

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Actual pay rate may vary depending upon location. The estimated pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on a candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.

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Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

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This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

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Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

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The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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