Vice President, FP&A

2U • Crystal City, TX

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

2U is seeking a strategic and results-oriented Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead our global financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis functions. As a key partner to the CFO and the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), you will be responsible for translating 2U’s mission into a rigorous financial roadmap. You will oversee the end-to-end financial planning process, drive operational excellence through data-driven insights, and lead a high-performing team to support 2U’s long-term growth and profitability goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; MBA or CPA strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (SVP or VP) in a public company or private equity backed company with revenues in excess of $500M.
• Prior experience in EdTech, SaaS, or Higher Ed is strongly preferred.
• Expert-level financial modeling, deep understanding of GAAP, and experience managing complex global P&Ls and valuations
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (Workday preferred) and EPM tools (Workday Adaptive Planning).

Nice To Haves

• Strategic Thinker: Ability to see the "big picture" while maintaining rigorous attention to detail.
• Influencer: Proven ability to build trust and influence at the highest levels of the organization.
• Resilient: Thrives in a fast-paced, fluid environment and can lead teams through change.
• Executive Presence: Ability to command a room, simplify the complex, and serve as a calm, authoritative voice during quarterly earnings or Board-level strategy sessions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary financial advisor to the ELT, providing strategic recommendations on resource allocation, capital investment, and business expansion.
• Lead / Co-Lead the development of the multi-year long-range plan (LRP) and the annual operating plan (AOP) in alignment with corporate strategy.
• Partner with Senior VPs and GMs across the University Partnership and Alternative Credential segments to optimize margin performance and operational efficiency.
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting cycles, ensuring a high degree of accuracy and accountability across all business units.
• Drive the evolution of 2U’s financial modeling capabilities, incorporating complex drivers such as student acquisition costs, retention rates, and course margin analysis.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide real-time variance analysis to explain deviations from plan.
• Lead the preparation of financial materials for the Board of Directors, Audit Committee, and quarterly earnings calls.
• Synthesize complex financial data into clear, actionable executive narratives that highlight risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with Investor Relations to ensure consistent communication of financial results and guidance to the investment community.
• Lead, mentor, and scale a world-class FP&A organization, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Drive the implementation and optimization of financial planning systems (e.g., Adaptive Insights, Anaplan) to enhance automation and scalability.
• Continuously refine internal processes to improve the speed and quality of financial decision-making.

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

What This Job Offers

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