Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Edelman Financial Engines, LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Edelman Financial Engines is seeking a Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead finance analytics, forecasting, and strategic planning. The role reports to the Director of FP&A and partners with the VP of FP&A, CFO, and senior leaders to transform complex financial data into actionable insights.

The candidate should bring strong modeling, communication, and project management skills, with experience presenting to lenders, ratings agencies, and private equity sponsors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field.
• 8–10 years of experience in Investment Banking, Consulting, Strategic Finance, or related areas.
• Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of capital markets, especially private equity and direct lending.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills for executive materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to translate analyses into insights.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models for budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and scenarios.
• Analyze key drivers, profitability, growth trends, and enterprise performance.
• Partner with finance leadership to evaluate risks, opportunities, and outcomes.
• Create executive-ready presentations and communicate results clearly to leadership.
• Support planning processes monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and external stakeholder interactions.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business

Tools

Power BI

Anaplan

Hyperion

SQL

Job description

At Edelman Financial Engines (EFE), our purpose is to guide people with the financial advice they need to thrive.

We believe that every dollar saved represents a lifetime of hard work and aspirations, and every dollar invested has a job to do for our clients. That’s why we are committed to managing our clients’ investments by truly understanding them as people first and then delivering advice, strategies and solutions to help them feel confident about the plans they are making, whether for today, tomorrow, or in the great unknown future. Our goal is to build long‑term relationships based on respect, integrity, and a belief that our responsibility is to help people make smart investments decisions in every stage of their lives.

Our culture is grounded in our CORE values: Client First, One Team, Respectful Candor, and Endless Curiosity. These values guide everything we do, for our clients and each other. We are committed to moving forward together. If you are inspired by purpose‑driven work and a collaborative, values‑led culture, we invite you to explore a career with us.

Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

You will play a key role within the Finance organization, reporting directly to the Director of FP&A, and partnering closely with the VP of FP&A, CFO, and senior business leaders. This role sits at the intersection of financial analysis, strategic planning, investor communications, and external stakeholder engagement, helping transform complex financial information into actionable insights and compelling business narratives.

We are looking for a highly analytical finance professional who combines strong financial modeling capabilities with exceptional communication and project management skills. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable building a forecast model, developing executive‑level presentations, coordinating cross‑functional initiatives, and supporting interactions with lenders, ratings agencies, and private equity sponsors.

This role offers significant visibility across the organization and an opportunity to influence strategic decision‑making at the highest levels of the business.

Responsibilities

Strategic Finance & Financial Analysis

• Develop and maintain financial models supporting budgeting, forecasting, long‑range planning, scenario analysis, and strategic initiatives
• Perform analyses on key business drivers, profitability, growth trends, and enterprise performance
• Partner with Finance leadership to evaluate risks, opportunities, and potential business outcomes
• Translate complex financial information into clear recommendations for executive decision‑making
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual planning processes across the organization

Executive Communications & Business Storytelling

• Prepare executive‑ready presentations and financial communications for senior leadership
• Synthesize financial and operational results into concise, actionable narratives
• Support development of materials for Board meetings, lender presentations, Executive Leadership Team discussions, and other high‑visibility forums
• Ensure consistency of messaging across planning, reporting, and external communications

External Stakeholder Support

• Coordinate and support recurring and ad hoc requests from lenders, ratings agencies, private equity sponsors, and other external stakeholders
• Prepare financial analyses, presentation materials, FAQs, and supporting documentation for external meetings and diligence activities
• Partner with Finance, Treasury, Legal, Accounting, and business leaders to gather, validate, and communicate information effectively
• Anticipate stakeholder questions and proactively develop supporting analyses and responses

Cross‑Functional Coordination & Program Management

• Manage project plans, communication timelines, and deliverables related to quarterly lender processes, ratings reviews, and diligence processes
• Coordinate across multiple teams to ensure timely and accurate completion of key deliverables
• Drive accountability and follow‑through across stakeholders while maintaining strong working relationships

Process Improvement & Organizational Impact

• Identify opportunities to improve modeling processes, reporting quality, and communication effectiveness (including the use of AI for model audits, forecasting, etc.)
• Enhance the efficiency and scalability of finance deliverables through improved workflows and tools
• Help elevate the quality, consistency, and professionalism of FP&A outputs across the organization
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives as required

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field
• 8-10 years of experience in Investment Banking, Consulting, Strategic Finance, Investor Relations, Corporate Finance, or a related discipline
• Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills
• Understanding of the capital market landscape, specifically within the Private Equity and Direct Lending markets
• Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint – experience preparing executive‑level or Board‑ready materials
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex analyses into clear business insights and executive narratives
• Experience managing multiple priorities and delivering high‑quality work in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong collaboration and influencing skills with the ability to work effectively across functions and levels

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting lender relations, ratings agencies, debt financing activities, investor relations, or private equity sponsors
• Background in financial services, wealth management, asset management, consulting, investment banking, or strategic finance
• Familiarity with planning and reporting tools / languages such as Power BI, Anaplan, Hyperion, SQL, or similar systems

Edelman Financial Engines takes a market‑based approach to pay. The expected base salary range for this role nationally is below. However, final base pay will be carefully determined based on several factors, including responsibilities, job‑related skills, relevant experience, geographic location, and market conditions. Additionally, this role may be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a discretionary bonus, health, dental and other wellness plans, and 401(k) contributions.

Pay Range

$106,400 - $156,000 USD

About Edelman Financial Engines

Since 1986, Edelman Financial Engines has been committed to always acting in the best interests of our clients. We were founded on the belief that all investors – not just the wealthy – deserve access to personal, comprehensive financial planning and investment advice. Recognized byBarron’s as a top RIA firm for eight years in a row(awarded each September (2018-2025) based on prior 12-month data through June 30) 1 ,wesupportmorethan1.27 million clientsacross 140+ offices nationwide and manage over$324billionin assets 2 .Our unique approach to serving clients combines our advancedmethodologyand proprietary technology with the attention of a dedicated personal financial planner. Every client’s situation and goals are unique, and the powerful fusion of high‑tech and high touch allows Edelman Financial Engines to deliver the personal plan and financial confidence that everyone deserves.

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1 TheBarron’s Top 100 RIA Firms list, an annual ranking of independent advisory firms, is based on qualitative and quantitative criteria. Firmselecttoparticipatebut do not pay to be included in the ranking. The 2018 ranking refers to Edelman Financial Services, LLC, which combined its advisory business in its entirety with Financial Engines Advisors L.L.C. (FEA) in November 2018. For the same survey, FEA received a precombination ranking of 12th.

2 EdelmanFinancial Engines data, as of September 30, 2025