Senior Manager FP&A - International

Scholastic Book Fairs • New York, NY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Planning and Analysis Manger will report into VP International Finance, responsible for owning the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Monthly Business Reviews (MBR), and Quarterly Business Review processes for our international division. For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are – at school, at home and in their communities – by creating quality content and experiences, all beginning with literacy. Scholastic delivers stories, characters, and learning moments that empower all kids to become lifelong readers and learners through bestselling children’s books, literacy- and knowledge-building resources for schools including classroom magazines, and award-winning, entertaining children's media. As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online, and with a global reach into more than 135 countries, Scholastic encourages the personal and intellectual growth of all children, while nurturing a lifelong relationship with reading, themselves, and the world around them. Learn more at www.scholastic.com . Some benefits that we offer: Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan) Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees Generous Parental Leave Program Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount Thank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.

Requirements

• Strong financial competence in forecasting, financial modeling, and performance analysis
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerBI, and enterprise systems such as ERP (e.g., Oracle, NetSuite) and Hyperion (or equivalent financial consolidation tools).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional collaborators.
• Strategic problem solver with attention to detail and a proactive, solution-focused approach.
• Proven capacity to excel in a matrix structured worldwide setting
• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in Finance or Business Analysis roles.
• Experience working in a large, global organization with complex business structures.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or Accounting or equivalent experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MBA or CPA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing the forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning processes; delivering crucial insights to inform strategic decision-making within a matrixed structure
• Monitor, analyze, and report on important financial metrics, including revenue, gross margin, operating expenses (OPEX), capital and prepublication expenditures, and benchmarks
• Drive comprehensive data analysis and modeling to support strategic and operational decisions
• Identify, communicate, and own the management of risks and opportunities across the business
• Evaluate financial and business performance against established metrics, identifying key drivers, trends, and opportunities to improve profitability and efficiency

Benefits

• Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)
• Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional Contributions
• Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Generous Parental Leave Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees