Company Overview
Orange Barrel Media creates and operates iconic urban media displays that advertisers request by name in 27 of the top markets in the U.S. Since our founding in 2004, OBM has pioneered a community‑oriented model of outdoor media development and is now nationally recognized by cities and real estate owners alike for implementing best‑in‑class programs that add to the character of urban places. The company has pioneered zoning changes that allow spectacular signage in several high‑barrier markets, including Los Angeles, Boston, Washington, DC, Atlanta, Denver, and others. OBM's displays are widely recognized as the highest impact and most memorable advertising locations in the cities where it operates and are consistently selected as the centerpiece of clients' outdoor advertising campaigns.
Location
Columbus, OH (onsite)
Role Overview
The FP&A Analyst will play a key role in supporting OBM's financial planning and strategic decision‑making. The analyst will partner across departments to analyze performance, forecast growth, and translate data into meaningful insights that guide business decisions. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and enjoys balancing strategic analysis with hands‑on problem‑solving.
What You'll Do
- Partner with Finance leadership to manage budgeting, forecasting, and long‑range planning processes for multiple business lines.
- Build and maintain financial models that capture performance trends, evaluate new initiatives, and support decision‑making across teams.
- Analyze monthly and quarterly results, providing clear explanations of variances and actionable recommendations to improve performance.
- Support leadership with ad‑hoc reporting and scenario analysis to evaluate growth opportunities, investment returns, and strategic partnerships.
- Assist in the preparation of board and executive presentations, highlighting key metrics and business insights.
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or a related analytical role.
- Strong understanding of financial statements and business performance drivers.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) is a plus.
- Familiarity with ERP or planning systems such as Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, NetSuite, Adaptive Insights, or Anaplan.
- Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with strong attention to detail.
- Effective communicator who can translate complex data into clear insights for non‑financial stakeholders.
- Proactive, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast‑moving environment with multiple priorities.
Benefits & EEO Statement
OBM is an equal opportunity employer and provides competitive salary/incentive compensation and benefits, 401(k) match, expense account, free lunch daily, and a fun and fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Finance and Sales
Industries
Advertising Services