FP&A Specialist

VCLS•Boston, MA

About The Position

FP&A Specialist Overview As a Junior Finance Analyst for the U.S. operations of our international consulting firm, you will play a key role in supporting the financial performance and growth of our 35-person subsidiary. Working closely with our global finance team of 250 colleagues, you’ll help transform financial data into meaningful insights that guide business decisions and shape our U.S. strategy. This role is ideal for an early-career finance professional eager to expand beyond traditional accounting into financial analysis, planning, and process improvement within a collaborative and purpose-driven environment. Our Values in Action People – Build trust through empathy, collaboration, and open communication. Passion – Approach challenges with dedication, inspiring those around you. Innovation – Translate financial data into forward-looking insights that drive smarter decisions. Excellence – Deliver accuracy, integrity, and rigor in every detail. What You’ll Do Financial Analysis & Reporting Support preparation and analysis of monthly management reports, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow insights. Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to help inform business decisions. Maintain financial models and dashboards tracking revenue, margins, and key operational metrics. Assist in developing presentations and reports for leadership and global stakeholders. Finance Operations Support Ensure accurate and timely financial data entry and reconciliation in coordination with the Group Finance team. Assist with intercompany reporting, invoicing, and consolidation activities. Provide analytical support for audits, compliance reviews, and internal controls. Participate in initiatives to enhance financial processes and systems. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with business leaders across U.S. operations to understand financial performance drivers. Help align financial objectives with strategic priorities and operational plans. Contribute to group-wide financial alignment and process harmonization. Impact You’ll Drive Timely, accurate, and insightful reporting that supports confident decision-making. Strong alignment between U.S. and global financial processes. Continuous improvement in financial tools and efficiency. Growing expertise in FP&A and strategic financial analysis.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
2 + years of progressive finance/accounting experience (multi-entity preferred)
Proven expertise in full-cycle accounting and financial close
Strong proficiency with ERP/accounting systems (Odoo a plus)
Advanced Excel and experience with data visualization tools
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
International exposure and ability to thrive in a cross-cultural environment
Adaptable self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic setting

Nice To Haves

Life Science industry experience is an advantage
Business services (consulting, media, recruitment, management) industry experience

Responsibilities

Support preparation and analysis of monthly management reports, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow insights.
Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to help inform business decisions.
Maintain financial models and dashboards tracking revenue, margins, and key operational metrics.
Assist in developing presentations and reports for leadership and global stakeholders.
Ensure accurate and timely financial data entry and reconciliation in coordination with the Group Finance team.
Assist with intercompany reporting, invoicing, and consolidation activities.
Provide analytical support for audits, compliance reviews, and internal controls.
Participate in initiatives to enhance financial processes and systems.
Partner with business leaders across U.S. operations to understand financial performance drivers.
Help align financial objectives with strategic priorities and operational plans.
Contribute to group-wide financial alignment and process harmonization.