OPT Financial Planning And Analysis Jobs
Financial Planning and Analysis jobs are well-suited for F-1 OPT students with degrees in finance, accounting, or economics. FP&A roles at U.S. companies regularly require H-1B visa sponsorship after OPT, making employer selection critical. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your specific degree classification.
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MerchSource is a rapidly growing and fast-paced consumer packaged goods company with long-standing relationships with the world’s largest retailers. The FP&A Analyst partners with Finance, Supply Chain, Product Development, and Operations to turn complex business data into actionable insights that improve profitability, operational efficiency, and customer experience. This role reports to the Finance Manager and regularly partners with executive leadership, including the VP Finance, CFO, COO, and Chief Supply Chain Officer, to support strategic decision-making through financial analysis, forecasting, and process improvement.
Responsibilities:
Analytics & Reporting:
- Analyze customer, product, category, and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Develop executive-level dashboards and reporting that communicate key business drivers and actionable insights.
- Present findings and recommendations to Finance.
- Perform ad hoc financial analysis and strategic projects for senior leadership.
Forecasting & Modeling:
- Build and maintain financial and operational models to support sales forecasting, OpEx forecasting, cost analysis, inventory planning, and logistics optimization.
- Identify opportunities to improve profitability through scenario analysis and operational cost modeling.
Treasury:
- Monitor cash inflows and outflows to optimize working capital and maintain adequate liquidity.
- Support rolling 13-week cash flow forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities.
- Preparing borrowing base certificates (BBCs), compliance certificates, and other lender reporting requirements.
- Assist in coordinated AP activities.
Continuous Improvement & AI:
- Identify and implement opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics to improve reporting, forecasting, and business processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field.
- 2–4 years of experience in finance, business analytics, operations finance, or supply chain analytics.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required; experience with Domo, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar analytics tools is highly preferred.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present findings to executive leadership.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset and strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
Job Summary:
MerchSource is a rapidly growing and fast-paced consumer packaged goods company with long-standing relationships with the world’s largest retailers. The FP&A Analyst partners with Finance, Supply Chain, Product Development, and Operations to turn complex business data into actionable insights that improve profitability, operational efficiency, and customer experience. This role reports to the Finance Manager and regularly partners with executive leadership, including the VP Finance, CFO, COO, and Chief Supply Chain Officer, to support strategic decision-making through financial analysis, forecasting, and process improvement.
Responsibilities:
Analytics & Reporting:
- Analyze customer, product, category, and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Develop executive-level dashboards and reporting that communicate key business drivers and actionable insights.
- Present findings and recommendations to Finance.
- Perform ad hoc financial analysis and strategic projects for senior leadership.
Forecasting & Modeling:
- Build and maintain financial and operational models to support sales forecasting, OpEx forecasting, cost analysis, inventory planning, and logistics optimization.
- Identify opportunities to improve profitability through scenario analysis and operational cost modeling.
Treasury:
- Monitor cash inflows and outflows to optimize working capital and maintain adequate liquidity.
- Support rolling 13-week cash flow forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities.
- Preparing borrowing base certificates (BBCs), compliance certificates, and other lender reporting requirements.
- Assist in coordinated AP activities.
Continuous Improvement & AI:
- Identify and implement opportunities to leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics to improve reporting, forecasting, and business processes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field.
- 2–4 years of experience in finance, business analytics, operations finance, or supply chain analytics.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required; experience with Domo, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or similar analytics tools is highly preferred.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present findings to executive leadership.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset and strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Financial Planning And Analysis
Target companies with established H-1B sponsorship history
Large corporations and financial services firms sponsor H-1B visas for FP&A analysts far more consistently than startups. Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers with active OPT sponsorship histories before applying to any role.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility before job searching
Finance and accounting degrees don't always qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Check your CIP code with your DSO early. A qualifying degree gives you three years total, which significantly improves your H-1B lottery odds.
Highlight financial modeling and forecasting skills upfront
FP&A hiring managers prioritize candidates who can build variance analyses and rolling forecasts independently. Demonstrating proficiency in Excel, SQL, or Adaptive Planning signals you can contribute immediately, which helps justify the sponsorship investment to hesitant employers.
Ask about sponsorship during the screening call, not the offer stage
Raising sponsorship late in the process wastes your time and theirs. Frame it professionally: ask whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas for FP&A analysts before. Prior sponsorship in your specific role type is the strongest positive signal.
Consider rotational finance programs at large employers
Many Fortune 500 companies run structured finance leadership rotations that cycle through FP&A, treasury, and accounting. These programs have established HR infrastructure for OPT and H-1B sponsorship, making them among the most reliable pathways for international students.
Align your start date with your OPT authorization window
Your OPT employment must start within 90 days of your program end date. Coordinate your offer acceptance and onboarding timeline carefully with your DSO to ensure your EAD card is valid before your first day on the job.
Financial Planning And Analysis OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work in FP&A on OPT without H-1B sponsorship lined up?
Yes. OPT authorizes up to 12 months of work in your field of study, and STEM OPT can extend that to 36 months if your degree qualifies. You don't need H-1B sponsorship in place to start working. The sponsorship question becomes urgent only as your OPT approaches its expiration window.
Do FP&A roles typically qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not your job title. A degree in finance (52.0801) or economics (45.0601) qualifies for STEM OPT. A general business degree often does not. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before assuming you're eligible, since the extension adds 24 months and significantly improves your H-1B lottery timeline.
How do I find FP&A employers who sponsor OPT students?
Browse Migrate Mate to find FP&A roles at companies with verified OPT and H-1B sponsorship histories. Large financial services firms, healthcare corporations, and technology companies are among the most active sponsors for analyst roles. Filtering by sponsorship willingness upfront saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking later.
What happens to my OPT status if I'm laid off from an FP&A role?
F-1 OPT regulations allow up to 90 days of cumulative unemployment during the standard OPT period, and up to 150 days during STEM OPT. If you're laid off, that unemployment clock starts immediately. Report the employment change to your DSO and begin your job search without delay to preserve your remaining authorized stay.
Does freelance or consulting FP&A work count as authorized OPT employment?
Yes, self-employment and consulting arrangements are permissible under OPT if the work is directly related to your degree field. You must maintain records of your consulting engagements and report them to your DSO. The work should be substantive and ongoing, not minimal hours, to satisfy the OPT unemployment day requirements.