Financial Planning & Analysis Associate

The Metropolitan Opera • New York, NY

8h

About The Position

The Financial Planning & Analysis Associate transforms financial and operational data into actionable insights to support strategic decision-making across the organization. As a member of the Financial Planning & Analysis team, the role combines financial analysis with data analytics, modeling, and business intelligence to improve forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and long-range planning. The position collaborates with departments across the organization and supports special projects and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of professional experience in financial planning and analysis, data analytics, business intelligence, or a related analytical role.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including modeling, complex formulas, pivot tables, macros, and data visualization.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience working with large datasets from multiple sources.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis, forecasting techniques, and predictive modeling.
• Ability to communicate complex analytical findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with programming languages used for data analysis.
• Demonstrated interest in the performance arts.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation of budgets, reforecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Conduct variance analyses to explain differences between results, budgets, forecasts, and historical actuals.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models to evaluate business performance and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc management reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership.
• Collaborate with departments to align financial objectives with operational goals.
• Design and build automated reporting solutions to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness of financial analysis.
• Extract, transform, and analyze large datasets from various sources to generate actionable insights.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial planning, reporting, and analytical processes through automation and advanced analytics.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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