Financial Analyst - FP&A

Cambridge AssociatesBoston, MA
$77,400 - $100,600

About The Position

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Financial Analyst – Shared Services is responsible for monthly and quarterly financial reporting, forecast, annual budget and ad hoc analysis for business partners across the firm. This is a hands-on role with an emphasis on performing financial analysis that provides senior management with insights needed to make strategic decisions around expenses. A strong communicator and team player, this role will work closely with peers in Finance & Accounting and across the business to build strong and collaborative partnerships across Accounting & Finance, Legal, Human Capital and other corporate functions.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of FP&A / budgeting / forecasting experience preferred
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (e.g. INDEX MATCH; complex SUMIF, Pivot Tables, V/H Lookups)
  • Experience with Enterprise Planning tools (e.g., Oracle EPM)
  • Able to manage complex financial data
  • Strong and well-rounded project management experience, time management skills, attention to detail and ability to multi-task with often competing priorities
  • Excellent communication skills; able to express complex thoughts clearly and convincingly in writing, in-person, and in group settings
  • Self-starter constantly seeking and identifying process improvements and efficiencies
  • Proven expertise in financial modeling and data analytics
  • Service orientated with motivation to serve and support stakeholders
  • Familiarity with Accounting principles

Responsibilities

  • Partner with Accounting & Finance, Legal, Human Capital and other corporate function leaders to build the annual budget and complete monthly forecasts
  • Maintain and enhance financial models within the enterprise planning tool, ensuring data integrity across cost centers
  • Analyze headcount, vendor spend, and departmental cost trends and deliver monthly variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast) with clear, actionable commentary
  • Prepare monthly/quarterly P&L reviews, dashboards, and executive-ready summaries for Shared Services leadership
  • Serve as the primary financial point of contact for assigned corporate functions, translating financial data into operational insight
  • Support ad hoc analyses for leadership, including cost-benefit analysis, scenario planning, and resource allocation decisions
  • Proactively identify opportunities to streamline reporting and forecasting processes — reducing manual effort and cycle time
  • Champion the adoption of AI-powered tools (e.g., AI for enhanced reporting, automation for data reconciliation, anomaly detection in spend data) within the FP&A function
  • Partner with Financial Systems teams to optimize configuration and functionality of the enterprise planning/forecasting tool

Benefits

  • annual performance-based bonus
  • comprehensive, competitive benefits package
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