Senior Financial Analyst

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For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best-in-class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work.

The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them.

The Senior Financial Analyst provides recurring financial reporting and analysis for the assigned functional area including preparing budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.  The individual will also prepare ad hoc analyses related to obtaining a deeper understanding of financial result drivers for assigned functional area or specific projects.  Results from these analyses are summarized in a concise manner for internal management reporting     

Primary Responsibilities:  

• Understand business operations including key metrics and business drivers as it relates to the overall business and any specific impacts on the assigned functional area
• Prepare annual budgets and supporting documentation for assigned functional areas primarily via Excel and the Oracle Cloud financial reporting system
• Prepare monthly forecasts considering current and future business trends for assigned functional areas primarily via Excel and Oracle Cloud
• Prepare monthly actual vs. budget and forecast variance analyses
• Routinely communicate with functional leaders, resolve inquiries, and provide insights and feedback for improving operation results
• Prepare ad hoc analyses (via Excel) and related presentations (via PowerPoint) related to business unit initiatives and financial impact from the proposed operation, policy, or process changes
• Prepare account reconciliations, analyses and other related accounting schedules required for monthly accruals related to assigned functional area
• Collaborate with members of the team to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Finance function

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree with a focus in Finance or Accounting; MBA Preferred
• 3+ Years' experience with a focus in financial analysis in a dynamic corporation   
• CPA or CFA preferred but not required
• Experience with Oracle or a similar large ERP system   
• Experience with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint    
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, understands accounting principles and procedures, analytically minded with a desire to learn about the business     
• Customer service oriented, ability to work independently, and adapts to changing priorities     
• PowerPoint presentation experience preferred  

We offer a competitive benefits package including:

Remote work providing flexible work/life balance
Comprehensive Retirement Package automatically enrolled in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure)
Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members
Competitive health benefits and new hire eligibility starts day-1 of employment
Generous Paid Time Off includes paid holidays, vacation, personal, sick paid time-off, plus one (1) volunteer day and one (1) diversity and inclusion day to participate and give back to our local communities
And so much more!


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Kaplan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All positions with Kaplan are paid at least $15 per hour or$31,200 per year for full-time positions.  Compensation for specific positions are based on job level, skills, years of experience, and education, among other factors.  Additionally, certain positions are bonus or commission eligible.  Information regarding benefits can be found here.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Diversity inspires innovation and growth in the Kaplan community.  Kaplan strives to be a model employer for inclusiveness.  Not only does Kaplan value its employees for their professionalism and skills, but also for the unique viewpoints they bring to the Organization. Kaplan's employees bring diverse perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds that give Kaplan a competitive edge in anticipating and exceeding our students' needs in today's global market. Learn more about our culture.