FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS MANAGER - Anchorage

RurAL CAP; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental & Vision

401K/Pension

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Holidays

Job summary

RurAL CAP in Alaska seeks an experienced FP&A leader to drive budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance analysis for a multi‑program nonprofit. You will partner with executives and program teams to ensure disciplined financial planning and sustain long‑term impact.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Finance/Accounting/Economics and 6+ years in FP&A or related roles, with strong Excel and reporting skills. On‑site in Anchorage, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• 6+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis, financial management, or related roles
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
• Experience leading budgeting processes in a multi‑department organization
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial systems
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Must be able to maintain HIPAA/privacy related confidentiality requirements

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting process across all programs and departments
• Develop rolling forecasts and long‑range financial plans
• Consolidate and present organization‑wide financial plans to senior leadership
• Develop and deliver monthly financial reporting packages with variance analysis
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to executive leadership
• Monitor cash flow forecasts and liquidity models
• Oversee indirect cost rates and allocation methodologies
• Support strategic initiatives with financial modeling for decision making

Skills

Budgeting & Forecasting

Financial Modeling

Variance Analysis

Excel

FP&A Leadership

Data Interpretation

Communicate to Execs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Publisher

Outlook

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Leads organizational budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance analysis. This role partners closely with executive leadership and program teams to drive financial planning, operational efficiency, and accountability across a complex, multi-program nonprofit. This position oversees divisional budgeting processes, manages financial reporting and analysis, and ensures disciplined financial planning practices that support long-term sustainability.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process across all programs and departments
• Develop rolling forecasts and long‑range financial plans
• Partner with Financial Analysts to ensure accurate, timely, and aligned budgeting inputs
• Consolidate and present organization‑wide financial plans to senior leadership

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Develop and deliver monthly financial reporting packages, including variance analysis and key performance metrics
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to executive leadership
• Support board‑level reporting and financial presentations

Cash Flow Modeling & Financial Stewardship

• Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts and liquidity models
• Monitor and analyze cash position to support strategic decision‑making
• Partner with finance leadership on capital planning and funding strategies

Indirect Costs & Cost Allocation

• Oversee development and management of indirect cost rates and allocation methodologies
• Ensure compliance with grant and funding requirements related to cost allocation
• Partner with program leadership to optimize cost structures and maximize funding utilization

Business Partnership & Strategic Support

• Serve as a financial partner to executive leadership and program directors
• Support strategic initiatives with financial modeling and scenario analysis
• Translate complex financial data into clear, meaningful insights for non‑financial stakeholders

Leadership & Team Oversight

• Supervise and develop Divisional Financial Analysts
• Establish best practices, tools, and processes for financial planning and analysis
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must pass state and federal background checks, including fingerprints.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• 6+ years of experience in financial planning & analysis, financial management, or related roles
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
• Experience leading budgeting processes in a multi‑department organization
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial systems
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Responsible work ethic with reliable attendance.
• Employees are expected to remain alert, attentive, and fully engaged in their responsibilities during all working hours. Sleeping while on duty is strictly prohibited.
• Proven ability and willingness to be self‑directed in problem solving and decision‑making and perform basic assignments with little or no direct supervision while also working effectively as a team member.
• Demonstrated intermediate level of computer skills necessary to use and create documents and reports, spreadsheets, workshop materials and slide presentations, and to enter data into intricate database programs and proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook.
• Must keep all matters concerning participants in strictest confidence as required by HIPAA privacy and the 42 CFR, Part II confidentiality regulations.
• Must be able to provide own transportation to meet work schedule requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in nonprofit, government, or grant‑funded environments
• Experience with cost allocation methodologies and indirect cost rate development
• MBA, CPA, or CFA (or progress toward certification)
• Experience supporting executive‑level decision‑making
• Familiarity with rural, remote, or geographically dispersed operations

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Life & Supplemental Insurance
• 401K/Pension Plan
• Flexible Spending Account/Health & Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• 20 days (160 hours) of accrued Paid Time Off
• 12 Established paid holidays
• Monthly Wellness Reimbursement