Finance Analyst / Senior Analyst

Job Description

As a Senior Financial Analyst at Kaplan, you will partner with business leaders to drive data-informed decision-making through insightful financial analysis, operational metrics, and strategic planning support. You will own the complete FP&A cycle for assigned business verticals, from recurring reporting and variance analysis to forecasting, scenario modeling, and margin optimization. Your role will involve translating complex financial data into compelling business narratives.Your responsibilities will include:- Delivering comprehensive monthly financial reporting packages with in-depth variance analysis, identifying root causes and translating findings into actionable insights- Leading operational cost analysis and margin optimization efforts, tracking key performance metrics and highlighting profitability trends across business segments- Developing and maintaining driver-based forecast models incorporating business assumptions, conducting scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate strategic initiatives- Designing analytical frameworks and dashboards that enable self-service insights, leveraging tools like Tableau, Power BI, or advanced Excel- Preparing executive presentations and ad hoc analyses on business initiatives, periodic reporting, and performance analysis- Driving continuous improvement by standardizing processes, simplifying templates, automating manual work, and documenting best practicesAdditionally, the following qualifications are required for this role:- Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or quantitative field; CA, CMA, CFA, or MBA preferred- 5 years of progressive FP&A or financial analysis experience in a dynamic corporate environment- Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, driver-based forecasting, and scenario planning methodologies- Solid grasp of financial statements and accounting fundamentals- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate financial insights clearly to diverse audiences- Advanced Excel proficiency (financial modeling, complex formulas, pivot tables)Please note that this position offers a Hybrid Schedule: 3 days remote / 2 days in office. As a Senior Financial Analyst at Kaplan, you will partner with business leaders to drive data-informed decision-making through insightful financial analysis, operational metrics, and strategic planning support. You will own the complete FP&A cycle for assigned business verticals, from recurring reporting and variance analysis to forecasting, scenario modeling, and margin optimization. Your role will involve translating complex financial data into compelling business narratives.Your responsibilities will include:- Delivering comprehensive monthly financial reporting packages with in-depth variance analysis, identifying root causes and translating findings into actionable insights- Leading operational cost analysis and margin optimization efforts, tracking key performance metrics and highlighting profitability trends across business segments- Developing and maintaining driver-based forecast models incorporating business assumptions, conducting scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate strategic initiatives- Designing analytical frameworks and dashboards that enable self-service insights, leveraging tools like Tableau, Power BI, or advanced Excel- Preparing executive presentations and ad hoc analyses on business initiatives, periodic reporting, and performance analysis- Driving continuous improvement by standardizing processes, simplifying templates, automating manual work, and documenting best practicesAdditionally, the following qualifications are required for this role:- Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or quantitative field; CA, CMA, CFA, or MBA preferred- 5 years of progressive FP&A or financial analysis experience in a dynamic corporate environment- Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, driver-based forecasting, and scenario planning methodologies- Solid grasp of financial statements and accounting fundamentals- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate financial insights clearly to diverse audiences- Advanced Excel proficiency (financial modeling, complex formulas, pivot tables)Please note that this position offers a Hybrid Schedule: 3 days remote / 2 days in office.

Keyskills :
Financial AnalysisStrategic PlanningFPAVariance AnalysisCost AnalysisForecastingSensitivity AnalysisBusiness IntelligenceTableauPower BIExcelFinancial ModelingFinancial StatementsCommunication SkillsOperational MetricsScenario ModelingMarg