Senior FP&A Analyst

Cambridge Systematics, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge Systematics, Inc. is seeking a Senior FP&A Analyst to join their Medford team. This role is crucial for driving financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis. The Senior Analyst will collaborate with senior leadership, develop financial models, analyze results, prepare reports, and enhance reporting tools. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting, 5-8 years in FP&A, and strong analytical and communication skills. Knowledge of SQL and Power BI is preferred. An inclusive company culture is emphasized.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, investment banking, or related field.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of financial statements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting and strategic planning.
• Analyze financial results and identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Prepare weekly reports for the executive leadership team.
• Present financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership team.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

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

Tools

MS Suite

SQL

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Cambridge Systematics, Inc. (CS) is shaping the future of transportation. We are industry leaders, transportation specialists dedicated to ensuring that transportation investments can deliver the best possible results. By providing innovative policy and planning solutions, objective analyses and technology applications, we help our clients anticipate and meet future transportation needs while improving the performance of existing infrastructure and operations. Above all, we are committed to our clients’ success in making transportation better for future generations.

Accounting is dedicated to providing accurate and timely financial data to assist in the management and safeguarding of company assets, maintaining compliance with GAAP and all regulatory filings established by State and Federal agencies, and providing supportive services that meet the needs of Cambridge Systematics. Accounting offers services to our customers with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and providing reliable resources to aid CS in meeting all goals.

We are looking for a Senior FP&A Analyst to join the Medford team. The Senior FP&A Analyst plays a key role in driving financial planning, forecasting, and strategic analysis to support business decision‑making. This role partners closely with senior leadership and cross‑functional teams to provide insights into financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and help shape the company’s financial strategy.

The Senior Analyst will be responsible for the following:

• Developing and maintaining financial models to support forecasting and strategic planning
• Analyzing financial results and identifying trends, risks and opportunities
• Preparing weekly reports for the executive leadership team
• Collaborating with the executive leadership team to gather data and align financial goals
• Supporting budgeting and variance analysis across departments
• Presenting financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership team
• Enhancing reporting tools and processes for greater efficiency and accuracy
• Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and business metrics
• Assisting with scenario planning and ad‑hoc financial analysis projects

Positions Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 5–8+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, investment banking, or related field
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
• Advanced proficiency in MS Suite; particularly Excel experience with financial systems (e.g., ERP, planning tools)
• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, concise insights
• Strong business acumen and understanding of financial statements
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Knowledge of SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools
• Experience with Costpoint or Cognos
• CFA certified

Cambridge Systematics is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a culture in which every voice is valued, where employees have a sense of belonging and connection with one another and to the organization, and they feel empowered to do their best work. We are committed to providing an inclusive culture within the firm and we encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to our open positions.