Senior FP&A Analyst

Prospectblue; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ProspectBlue is seeking a Senior FP&A Analyst in Richmond, VA to guide financial planning, performance management, and strategic decision-making. This role partners with senior leaders and business teams to translate financial data into practical insights and recommendations.

The ideal candidate builds sophisticated financial models, analyzes trends and risks, and connects financial performance to business objectives. Experience with Power BI/Tableau and ERP systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive FP&A experience in fast-paced environments.
• Advanced Excel skills and complex modeling experience.
• Experience with BI reporting tools and data visualization.
• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations, finance, IT and other functions to evaluate performance and financial priorities.
• Provide analysis on expenses, headcount, resource allocation and investments.
• Build and maintain forecasting, long-range planning models and scenarios.
• Lead revenue forecasting and contribute to monthly reporting and reviews.
• Analyze variances against forecasts and identify drivers and actions.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

CPA certification

Master’s degree

Tools

SQL

ERP systems

Job description

ProspectBlue is seeking a Senior FP&A Analyst to help guide financial planning, performance management, and strategic decision-making in a reputable company in Richmond, VA.

This position will work closely with senior leaders and business teams to turn financial information into practical insights and recommendations. The ideal candidate is a strong financial analyst who can build sophisticated models, identify trends and risks, communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, and connect financial performance to broader business objectives.

In this role, you will:

• Partner with leaders across Operations, Finance, IT, Marketing, and other functions to evaluate business performance and financial priorities.

• Provide analysis and recommendations related to expenses, headcount, resource allocation, and investment decisions.

• Build and maintain financial models used for forecasting, long-range planning, and strategic decision-making.

• Lead revenue forecasts and contribute to monthly financial reporting and management reviews.

• Analyze actual results against forecasts and budgets, identify key drivers and variances, and recommend actions based on findings.

• Develop scenario analyses to evaluate potential risks, opportunities, and business decisions.

• Assess the financial impact and feasibility of strategic initiatives and other internal investments.

• Monitor economic and business trends and evaluate their potential impact on the firm.

• Prepare financial dashboards, presentations, and management reports for senior leadership.

• Turn complex financial information into clear, concise insights that support timely decision-making.

• Develop and improve reporting tools, including Power BI or Tableau dashboards, to provide greater visibility into firm performance.

• Identify opportunities to streamline FP&A processes through automation, improved data workflows, and emerging AI capabilities.

• Help strengthen the firm's financial planning and reporting infrastructure as the business continues to grow.

• Take ownership of projects, identify opportunities for improvement, and work independently while collaborating effectively with others.

Qualifications:

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

• 4+ years of progressive FP&A experience, preferably within investment banking, private equity, professional services, or another fast-paced environment.

• Advanced Excel skills, including experience building complex financial and scenario models.

• Experience with business intelligence and financial reporting tools.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.

• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance audiences.

• Confidence working with senior leaders and presenting financial analysis and recommendations.

• Strong business judgment and the ability to work effectively with incomplete or changing information.

• Self-motivated, accountable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

Preferred qualifications include:

• CPA certification and/or a master’s degree.

• Experience with Power BI or Tableau.

• Familiarity with modern ERP systems.

• Experience implementing automation or AI-enabled tools within finance or reporting processes.

This is a full-time, in-office position based in Richmond, VA. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.