Corporate Finance Analyst

The Bolton Group is engaged on a search for a strong finance professional in Greater Boston. Hybrid schedule (3 in, 2 out).The OpportunityWe are seeking an FP&A Analyst to own two critical and interconnected mandates: (1) financial planning and analysis, and (2) the company's procurement function by developing processes and controls on vendor management, ROI, and aligning purchasing decisions with business strategy. This is a dual-mandate, high-ownership role that suits an analyst who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and wants to move beyond spreadsheets into impactful business influence.Key ResponsibilitiesCorporate FP&A CoverageOwn the budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for all corporate cost centers, including Technology, Operations, Finance, Recruiting, and all CapEx spendBuild and maintain monthly reporting packages that surface actionable insights—not just actuals vs. budget, but the story behind the numbersPartner with cost center owners to build business cases and driver-based models for headcount plans, vendor spend, and discretionary spend driversSupport the annual operating plan process by preparing corporate cost center templates, challenging assumptions, and consolidating submissionsConduct ad hoc analyses as directed by the Head of FP&A, CFO, and senior leadershipProcurement & Vendor ManagementServe as the FP&A point of contact for all corporate vendor spend; own spend visibility, categorization, and rationalizationLead or support vendor negotiations on key contracts (software, HR tech, professional services, travel, benefits) with a focus on cost reduction and value optimizationBuild and maintain a vendor ROI framework: define metrics, track utilization, and provide periodic scorecard reporting to leadershipMonitor contract terms, renewal timelines, and usage data to flag risks and opportunities proactivelyWork cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure procurement decisions follow policy and are financially soundIdentify and implement improvements to the procurement process—workflow, approval governance, documentation standards, and vendor onboardingEvaluate purchase requests and vendor proposals for financial viability and alignment with operating plan targetsQualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field2–4 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related analytical roleStrong financial modeling skills; advanced Excel proficiency (formulas, pivot tables, scenario modeling)Experience with budget/forecast processes, variance analysis, and management reportingDemonstrated ability to communicate financial findings clearly to non-finance stakeholdersHigh attention to detail with a mindset for building scalable, repeatable processesPreferredPrior exposure to procurement, strategic sourcing, or vendor managementFamiliarity with ERP or FP&A platforms (e.g., Adaptive Insights)Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar)Understanding of contract structures, SLAs, and vendor performance frameworksCPA or CFA certification