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Financial Planning Analyst

Boston , Massachusetts
Description

About Us

Shorelight Education is reinventing the international education experience for students worldwide. Based in Boston, the company works directly with top-ranked, nonprofit American universities to build innovative programs and high-touch, technology-driven services that help talented students thrive and become global citizens.

Job Overview

The Financial Planning Analyst acts as a strategic advisor to Shorelight’s leadership team, university partners, and global recruitment network by providing financial input to execute our business strategy. This role participates and influences all aspects of the business, making it a unique opportunity for the right person. The Financial Planning Analyst is part of the corporate finance team, which manages business planning and evaluates investment opportunities.

Essential Functions

  • Monitor financial performance and highlight trends across key performance indicator
  • Partner with accounting team to execute the monthly close and provide business reporting to department and university leaders
  • Provide analytical support to department and university leaders for ongoing initiatives and ad hoc requests
  • Work closely with department and university leaders to validate that the return on investments (ROI) of initiatives align with strategic expectations
  • Own annual budget and monthly forecasting process for designated business areas
  • Build efficient and repeatable processes to improve automation of standardized reporting
  • Assist Chief Finance Officer and Corporate Finance by creating materials for board meetings and quarterly business reviews

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or accounting
  • 2–5 years of experience in finance or accounting
  • 2+ years of direct financial planning and analysis experience
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence business partners
  • Ability to think creatively
  • Highly driven and self-motivated, but with the ability to work as part of a team
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Articulate with excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Eligibility to work in, and travel freely to and from, the United States without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

  • M.B.A.
  • Strong experience with financial modeling
  • Experience with Adaptive Planning
  • Experience with Salesforce

 
Application Process

To be considered for this position, please visit the Shorelight Careers page to apply with a resume and cover letter.

Background Check Required–Education, Criminal, Identity

Shorelight Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.