Financial Analyst

Cherry Bekaert Foundation; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% employer retirement contribution

20 days PTO

6 weeks paid parental leave

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Relocation assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert Foundation in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Financial Analyst II to join its FP&A team, supporting budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning and financial decision-making. This high-visibility role is hybrid (3 days in office, 2 remote) and anchored in a mission-driven organization.

The ideal candidate will partner with senior leadership, develop robust financial models, deliver executive reporting, analyze monthly results and variances, and contribute to long-range planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, or financial analysis experience.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation abilities.
• Experience partnering with business leaders and managing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational leadership to drive financial performance and strategic decision-making
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
• Analyze monthly and quarterly financial results, variances, and trends
• Develop financial models and executive-level reporting packages
• Monitor spending against budget and provide actionable recommendations
• Support contract modeling, business planning, and operational initiatives
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and enhanced reporting
• Assist leadership with ad hoc analysis and special projects

Skills

FP&A experience

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Excel proficiency

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Executive reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Costpoint

OneStream

Cognos

Hyperion

Tableau

Job description

Financial Analyst II

Alexandria, VA (Potomac Yard) | Hybrid Schedule (3 Days In Office / 2 Days Remote) | Up to $130,000 + Outstanding Benefits

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnering with an exceptionally stable, mission-driven organization seeking a Financial Analyst II to join its growing FP&A team. This is a high-visibility role supporting senior leadership through budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and financial decision support.

If you're looking for a position that combines analytical challenge, executive exposure, work-life balance, and long-term career stability, this opportunity checks all the boxes.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days work-from-home


• Salary up to $130,000


• Exceptional stability and long-term growth potential


• Direct partnership with experienced and highly respected finance leadership


• Strong employee-focused culture with excellent work-life balance


• Outstanding benefits package, including:

• 10% employer retirement contribution


• 20 days PTO


• 6 weeks paid parental leave


• Comprehensive healthcare coverage


• Relocation assistance


• Commuter benefits

What You'll Do

• Partner with operational leadership to drive financial performance and strategic decision-making


• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes


• Analyze monthly and quarterly financial results, variances, and trends


• Develop financial models and executive-level reporting packages


• Monitor spending against budget and provide actionable recommendations


• Support contract modeling, business planning, and operational initiatives


• Identify opportunities for process improvements and enhanced reporting


• Assist leadership with ad hoc analysis and special projects

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field


• 5+ years of FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, or financial analysis experience


• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills


• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation abilities


• Experience partnering with business leaders and managing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

• Government contracting experience


• Knowledge of FAR and CAS regulations


• CPA, CMA, MBA, or similar credentials


• Experience with Costpoint, OneStream, Cognos, Hyperion, Tableau, or similar tools

This is a rare opportunity to join a financially strong organization where your work will directly influence strategic decisions. You'll enjoy meaningful work, outstanding leadership, premier benefits, a flexible hybrid schedule, and the stability that many finance professionals are searching for.