Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

Virginia Passenger Rail Authority • Richmond, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA) is seeking a dynamic Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst to join its Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. This role is crucial for supporting the VPRA's passenger train operations and capital infrastructure program. It offers an excellent opportunity for a professional to build upon foundational accounting/finance knowledge by expanding into financial planning, cash management, and revenue management. The position involves day-to-day financial tasks and support for strategic and operational projects. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong problem-solving abilities and a desire for career growth in finance. This is a full-time position based in VPRA's office in Richmond, Virginia.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field from an accredited college/university.
• Minimum 2+ years' experience in finance or accounting with progressive career growth.
• Knowledge of financial structures involving areas of revenue, expenditures, appropriations, and assets & liabilities.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial accounting policies and procedures.
• Ability to utilize various accounting and financial systems for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and ability to understand the big picture.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively, independently, and with flexibility in a fluid environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups and individuals.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel (advanced knowledge), PowerPoint, and Outlook) and other commonly used office software, including Adobe.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Public accounting experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Experience with Data Analytics Software (Power BI, Tableau).

Responsibilities

• Participate in the annual budget process for the Authority, which includes a multi-billion-dollar Transforming Rail in Virginia initiative, Capital and Operating Grants, and operational expenditures for four state-sponsored train routes.
• Compile monthly budget-to-actual reporting and analysis for the Authority's Board of Directors.
• Support short-term cash forecasting and liquidity monitoring by managing and analyzing the financial database for four state-sponsored train routes, including detailed evaluation of revenue receipts, pricing trends, and development of internal forecasts to inform financial planning.
• Assist with the cash collections and cash management process, including preparing reimbursement submissions as needed.
• Assist with the preparation of regular reporting as required by funding partners.
• Perform detailed revenue reconciliations across diverse sources, ensuring accuracy in collections and allocation tracking.
• Assist in the maintenance and monitoring of projects and budgets within Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Provide decision support through value-added financial analysis, insights development, and strategic storytelling, while proactively identifying and leveraging innovative tools and methodologies to enhance data analytics and reporting capabilities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Engineering & Construction, Rail Services, Fiscal divisions, and other teams, to drive scalable analyses and insights.
• Assist with ad hoc strategic and operational projects as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level