FP&A Analyst – Corporate Costs & Procurement

About ALKUALKU is a high-growth specialty staffing firm headquartered in Andover, MA, placing elite contractors across technology, life sciences, and government sectors. We are performance-driven, analytically minded, and relentless about making data-informed decisions at every level. Our finance team does not sit on the sideline - we are embedded in the business, challenging assumptions and shaping strategy.The OpportunitySalary + Bonus: $80,000 - $95,000We are hiring 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 align 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, HR, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and all CapEx spend.Build 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 a business case 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 the spend and ensure it is visible, categorized, and rationalizedLead or support vendor negotiations on key contracts (software, HR tech, professional services, travel, benefits vendors) 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 Tech, HR, IT, Legal, and Finance to ensure procurement decisions follow internal 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 a related field2–4 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or a related analytical roleStrong financial modeling skills; fluency in Excel (advanced 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 processesPreferredExperience in staffing, professional services, or high-growth company environmentPrior 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 is a plusThe BenefitsEquity PlanPTO package (plus birthdays off and volunteer time off)Student Loan Reimbursement after one year as a full-time employeeHealth and dental careCompetitive 401K matchA variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)Childcare ReimbursementFitness ReimbursementNational Awardscom’s Best Place to Work for Entry-Level EmployeesFortune’s Best Place to Work for MillennialsStaffing Industry Analysts' (SIA) Best Staffing Firms to Work ForStaffing Industry Analysts; (SIA) Fastest Growing Staffing FirmsBoston Business Journal’s Top 10 Best Places to WorkWashington Business Journal’s Top 15 Best Places to WorkVirginia Business Journal’s Top 25 Best Places to WorkNashville Business Journal’s Top 10 Best Places to WorkCharlotte Business Journal’s Top 10 Best Places to WorkApplicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.