Senior FP&A Analyst - Anaplan, COGS & Dashboards (Remote)

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; Newport (TN); Remote; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) is seeking a Sr Financial Analyst to join the FP&A team supporting planning, reporting, and data analytics. The role emphasizes automation, Anaplan usage, and collaboration with cross-functional partners to drive actionable insights.

You will develop budgets, forecasts, and performance analyses, focusing on COGS variances and overall financial health, while providing timely dashboards for executives and private equity owners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis techniques, with experience using tools such as Excel, Anaplan, or similar financial software.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with a commitment to producing high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial information clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with a strong sense of accountability.
• Prior experience in financial analysis, reporting, or planning roles is preferred.
• Familiarity with Anaplan or other financial tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Enterprise Reporting: Prepare and distribute accurate and timely financial reports and dashboards, highlighting key insights and trends to C-Suite (including CEO), Board of Directors, and Private Equity Owners.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and profitability analysis, to support strategic decision-making and performance evaluation.
• Planning: Lead the development and maintenance of annual budgets and forecasts, collaborating with business partners to ensure alignment with strategic goals and objectives.
• Data Management: Collaborate with technical resources to maintain and update financial models and databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Utilize financial tools such as Anaplan to streamline data processes and enhance reporting and planning capabilities.
• Special consideration will be taken to candidates with technical skills to implement projects along with other technical resources.
• Financial Performance Tracking: Monitor key financial metrics and KPIs, identifying areas of improvement and potential risks.
• Ad Hoc Analysis: Respond to ad hoc requests for financial analysis and support from management and other stakeholders.
• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including our Lines of Business, Treasury, Accounting, and Operations to communicate timelines, gather deliverables and provide enterprise level context of financials.
• Continuous Improvement: Use available windows to improve automation of monthly reporting and analytical processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

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

Advanced degree or CFA/CPA (plus)

Tools

Excel

Anaplan

Job description

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) is seeking a Sr Financial Analyst to join the FP&A team supporting planning, reporting, and data analytics. The role emphasizes automation, Anaplan usage, and collaboration with cross-functional partners to drive actionable insights.

You will develop budgets, forecasts, and performance analyses, focusing on COGS variances and overall financial health, while providing timely dashboards for executives and private equity owners.