This job is closed
We regret to inform you that the job you were interested in has been closed. Although this specific position is no longer available, we encourage you to continue exploring other opportunities on our job board.
Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis - US Based Remote Opportunity
The Common Application - Arlington, TX
posted 4 days ago
About the position
Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process. Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1000 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application. We are currently searching for a Senior Analyst (Financial Planning & Analysis) to join our FP&A team. This role involves supporting day-to-day planning and analysis activities, developing and implementing processes and tools for optimum operations, and providing financial management support to Executive and Senior Management leaders.
Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day planning and analysis activities.
- Develop and implement processes and tools for optimum operations of the FP&A department.
- Prepare and present plans (budgets/forecasts) to management.
- Conduct regular management reporting and analysis of actual results.
- Align business analytics with the organization's strategic objectives.
- Ensure operations are efficient and effective within Common App financial policies.
Requirements
- Candidates must live in the United States.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 4-6 years of progressive financial planning and analysis experience preferably in a similar non-profit or marketplace business with revenue streams of $30 million or greater.
- Experience using financial systems to prepare and manage budgets and forecasts.
- Experience with financial planning and reporting software.
- Experience with analytics and visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Qlik).
- Strong understanding of US GAAP and ability to communicate differences in GAAP and cash financials.
- Strong analytical/modeling skills and experience executing budgeting and strategic planning processes.
- Excel fluency and superior financial modeling, quantitative, and analytical skills.
- Attention to detail with a high standard of precision and accuracy.
- Ability to evaluate financial and business indicators and translate data into actionable information.
Nice-to-haves
- Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or equivalent certification.
- Grant and/or government contracting financial modeling and reporting experience.
- Experience with Workday Adaptive.
- Ability to influence at all levels and work effectively within a team.
- Effective presentation skills in various settings.
- Problem-solving and decision quality skills.
Benefits
- Work-Life balance
- Virtual-first office
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Seven company-wide holidays
- Nine floating holidays
- Sick leave
- Monthly mental health day
- Choice of PC or MAC laptop
- One-time office set-up stipend
- Monthly remote work stipend
- Monthly mobile stipend
- 403(b) retirement plan with 5% company contribution and additional 5% company match
- Health & wellness benefits including choice of two health insurance plans, vision insurance, and dental insurance
- Career development with budgeted annual funds for professional development
- Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program
- Payroll dedication pet insurance through PinPaws
