Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A

Requirements

• This is an ideal role for a highly analytical and proactive individual with strong business acumen and a desire to work in a mission-driven and fast-paced environment.
• Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:
• Forecasting, Reporting & Ad Hoc Analysis
• Support quarterly forecasting, annual operating planning, and long-range strategic planning processes as needed
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in financial reporting by maintaining alignment across planning tools (e.g., Workday, Adaptive Planning)
• Perform ad hoc reporting and financial deep dives to respond to urgent business questions or shifting priorities
• Strategic Financial Analysis
• Lead the development of complex financial models and decision-support analyses for strategic initiatives, new product evaluations, and operational improvement projects
• Evaluate performance trends, assess risks and opportunities, and deliver actionable insights to Finance leadership and business stakeholder
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Serve as a finance point of contact for strategic initiatives, coordinating with teams across the business
• Translate financial insights into clear narratives that support stakeholder understanding and strategic decision-making
• Collaborate on presentations and materials for executive audiences and project steering groups
• Process Improvement
• Improve financial processes, systems, and reporting efficiency to drive efficiency aligned with strategic objectives
• Performance Monitoring
• Track KPIs and performance metrics aligned with company objectives
• Develop dashboards and executive-level reporting
• Monitor cost controls and recommend efficiency improvements
• Things That Should Be In Your Background:
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related field
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
• Experience with ERP systems and financial planning tools
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
• Working Conditions
• 5% of travel via plane, car, and train may be required
• Flexibility to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant
• Physical Requirements
• Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor
• Access information using a computer
• This is a hybrid position, based out of our Crystal City, VA office.
• Benefits & Culture
• We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.
• Full-time, U.S.benefits include:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, disability, and 401(k) employer match
• Free snacks and drinks in-office
• Generous paid holidays and leave policies, including unlimited PTO
• Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break
• 2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

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At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission - to make learning limitless- and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class higher education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading online learning platform, 2U powers thousands of higher education offerings - from free courses to full degrees. Together with our college, university, and corporate partners, we are helping accelerate careers and transform lives.

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