FP&A Analyst - AI-Driven Forecasting & Insights

Cengage Group; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to bolster the Finance team, delivering monthly reporting, quarterly forecasting, and annual planning with an emphasis on accuracy and strategic insight. You will partner with product and business leaders to analyze profitability, adoption, and performance trends while translating data into concise recommendations for senior leadership.

The role focuses on leveraging modern tools and AI-enabled workflows to streamline reporting, build robust

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Accounting/Finance, or Quantitative subject areas required.
• 2+ years related FP&A, finance, accounting, or analytical role experience.
• Strong analytical foundation to move from data to insight to recommendation.
• Adapts well to fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to handle large data sets and models.
• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) and financial systems (SAP, Hyperion).
• Interest in using technology, automation, and AI to improve processes and analysis.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial statements.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to present complex information to non-finance partners.

Responsibilities

• Own FP&A processes including monthly reporting, quarterly forecasting, and annual planning with focus on accuracy and insight.
• Partner with product and business leaders to analyze profitability and adoption trends.
• Translate financial data into actionable insights for senior leadership.
• Identify risks and opportunities and understand business drivers.
• Perform variance analysis and communicate key performance drivers.
• Support strategic decisions with ad hoc analysis and scenario modeling.
• Improve and automate reporting using BI tools and AI-assisted workflows.
• Coordinate between business units, FP&A, and Accounting for alignment.
• Assist in internal and external reporting materials and product setup analytics.
• Investigate data discrepancies and drive cross-functional resolutions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial analysis

Communication

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Adaptability

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

SAP

Hyperion

Job description

Cengage Group is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to bolster the Finance team, delivering monthly reporting, quarterly forecasting, and annual planning with an emphasis on accuracy and strategic insight. You will partner with product and business leaders to analyze profitability, adoption, and performance trends while translating data into concise recommendations for senior leadership.

The role focuses on leveraging modern tools and AI-enabled workflows to streamline reporting, build robust