ABOUT US

Dealer Owned Warranty Company LLC is a leading provider of F&I (Finance and Insurance) partnership services in the automotive industry, offering a full suite of obligor and administrator services, top-of-the-line products, technology, and training. We understand the importance of leveraging process and technology in the F&I industry to drive revenue and ensure success. Our goal is to provide visibility, transparency, and the tools needed for our partners to build their wealth and achieve their goals. DOWC prides itself on taking care of its employees (We were voted one of the “Best Places to Work” two years in a row!), and we also offer award-winning products. All of our positions are fully on-site in Parsippany, NJ.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a results-driven and analytical FP&A Analyst to join our accounting & finance team and provide critical support for strategic business decisions. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and maintaining financial models, preparing detailed budgets and forecasts, and analyzing financial performance to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial principles, strong technical skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. This role is a prime opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented professional to make a significant impact on our company’s financial health and growth.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting is required*
• Minimum 3-5+ years of Finance or FP&A related experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent clear communication skills, must be able to present data to leadership
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft platforms
• Proficiency and proven experience with financial systems for reporting and analysis
• Must be detail oriented with excellent time management skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds

• Serve as the primary liaison between FP&A and Division leaders
• Develop the annual operating expense forecast and budget, along with monthly budget to actual reporting, including analysis of variance, headcount and tracking of KPIs
• Budgeting & Forecasting: in collaboration with department heads and their teams, lead the development and execution of annual budgets and forecasts, ensuring they align with corporate goals and strategic priorities
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to forecast future performance, assess various business scenarios, and support long-range financial planning
• Track actual expenses against financial projections
• Contribute to the development of financial forecasts and budgeting processes
• Conduct variance analysis, comparing actual results to forecasts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of financial plans with strategic objectives
• Support the strategic planning and business reviews process and participate in meetings
• Manage and disseminate financial data and analysis to division leaders on a monthly and quarterly basis, ensuring accuracy and timelines
• Lead the research and analysis of expense variances, identifying trends and making recommendations for corrective action in collaboration with division managers
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc financial reports for senior leadership and stakeholders, translating complex financial data into clear and compelling visual stories
• Handle ad-hoc reporting and projects