Financial Analyst

Location: Boston, MA | Hybrid - 2 remote days/weekSalary Range: $65K-$80KSchedule: Full-time | Monday-FridayApplicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.About the OpportunityAn EdTech Organization is hiring a detail-oriented Financial Analyst with a strong Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) background to support strategic decision-making, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance initiatives. This hybrid opportunity offers the chance to work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver actionable financial insights that drive business growth and operational efficiency.Key QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field3+ years of experience in Financial Analysis, FP&A, or a related finance roleStrong understanding of financial reporting, financial statements, and key financial metricsExperience analyzing income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statementsProven experience building and refining financial modelsExperience conducting scenario analysis, forecasting, and budgetingKnowledge of GAAP, accrual accounting, journal entries, and revenue recognition principlesStrong ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and support strategic decision-makingExperience preparing financial reports and presentations for leadership teamsProficiency with financial systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar platformsFamiliarity with ERP systemsAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Lookup functions, conditional formatting, data validation, charting, and reportingResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to support planning and investment decisionsAssist with annual budgeting, long-range planning, and forecasting processesPerform variance analysis and identify key business drivers impacting financial performanceEvaluate the financial impact of new initiatives, operational changes, and pricing strategiesCreate dashboards, reports, and presentations for management and executive stakeholdersAnalyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and growth opportunitiesDesign reporting templates and automate recurring financial reports to improve efficiencyMonitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and business metricsSupport business case development through financial analysis and recommendationsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial and operational objectivesEnsure compliance with internal financial policies and applicable accounting standardsMaintain documentation of financial models, methodologies, and assumptionsApply TodayIf you're an experienced FP&A professional who enjoys leveraging financial analysis, forecasting, budget planning, and data-driven insights to influence business strategy, we encourage you to apply today.Founded in 1969, JOHNLEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHNLEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.