Senior FP&A Analyst: Strategic Budgeting & Forecasting

Kansas City University; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City University (KCU) is seeking a Senior Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to join their Finance team. This role maintains and updates the University's financial forecasts, supports the budget process, and evaluates new initiatives.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial software systems and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required.
• 5+ years of relevant FP&A experience or equivalent.
• Strong analytical and modeling skills.
• Proficiency with analytical software (Excel, Alteryx, Tableau).
• Experience with Workday and Adaptive Planning is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Update and improve the University's monthly and long-term financial forecast models.
• Assist with maintaining and enhancing the budget and planning system within Workday and Adaptive Planning.
• Lead budget discussions with departments to develop accurate, strategically aligned budgets.
• Analyze financial variances and trends throughout the year.
• Provide timely and accurate financial reports to leadership.
• Create and maintain pro-forma reports for new initiatives.
• Support departments with budget-related questions and amendments.
• Collaborate with the Finance team to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for Adaptive Planning software.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Ethics and integrity

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

Excel

Alteryx

Tableau

Workday

Adaptive Planning

Job description

Kansas City University (KCU) is seeking a Senior Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to join their Finance team. This role maintains and updates the University's financial forecasts, supports the budget process, and evaluates new initiatives.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial software systems and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.