FP&A Analyst: AI-Driven Insights & Growth

Cengage Group; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage Group is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to deliver accurate FP&A support, forecast accuracy, and data-driven insights for senior leadership. You will partner with product and business leaders, analyze profitability and adoption trends, and drive improvements in reporting workflows using modern BI tools and AI-assisted automation.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, continuous learning, and opportunities to grow into broader finance leadership.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Accounting/Finance, or Quantitative subject areas required.
• 2+ years related experience in FP&A, finance, accounting, or a related analytical role.
• Strong analytical foundation with the ability to move from data to insight to recommendation.
• Adapts well to fast-paced environment and constantly evolving priorities and activities.
• Advanced Excel skills; building models and handling extensive data collections.
• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) and financial systems (SAP, Hyperion).
• Demonstrated curiosity and interest in employing technology, automation, and AI for improving financial processes and analysis.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial statements.
• High attention to detail with the capacity to manage several priorities.

Responsibilities

• Own FP&A processes including monthly reporting, forecasting, and annual planning with focus on accuracy and insight.
• Partner with product and business unit leaders to analyze performance and adoption trends.
• Translate data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.
• Develop understanding of business drivers and identify risks and opportunities.
• Perform variance analysis and communicate key drivers of performance.
• Support strategic decision-making through ad hoc analysis and scenario modeling.
• Improve reporting processes using BI platforms and AI-assisted workflows.
• Coordinate between Business Unit, FP&A, and Accounting for alignment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Growth mindset

Adaptability

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

SAP

Hyperion

Job description

Cengage Group is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to deliver accurate FP&A support, forecast accuracy, and data-driven insights for senior leadership. You will partner with product and business leaders, analyze profitability and adoption trends, and drive improvements in reporting workflows using modern BI tools and AI-assisted automation.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams, continuous learning, and opportunities to grow into broader finance leadership.