Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A
About The Position
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. What We’re Looking For: The Finance team at 2U provides strategic financial leadership and analytical support to stakeholders across the organization. We support decision-making and operational effectiveness through financial planning, analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, all in service of 2U’s mission to expand access to high-quality education. As a Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A, you will play a lead role in supporting high-impact, cross-functional initiatives across the business.This includes evaluating new initiatives, supporting business case development, driving financial modeling, and surfacing insights that inform company-wide decisions. You’ll work closely with Finance leadership and cross-functional teams to drive clarity around priorities, risks, and opportunities. 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.
Requirements
- 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
Responsibilities
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Improve financial processes, systems, and reporting efficiency to drive efficiency aligned with strategic objectives
- Track KPIs and performance metrics aligned with company objectives
- Develop dashboards and executive-level reporting
- Monitor cost controls and recommend efficiency improvements
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
