Sr. Analyst Financial Reporting

Cady-2; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental Benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with Matching

Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Annual family portrait session

Innovation Center access

Pet friendly environment

Job summary

CADY is seeking a Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting to join the Finance team. You will produce MD&A packets, translate numbers into actionable insights, and partner with FP&A and Accounting to scale reporting across a multi-entity business.

The role focuses on variance analysis, budgeting support, and executive-level reporting. Join a fast-growing company that values accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement in a high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 3+ years in financial reporting, FP&A, or accounting with variance-analysis focus.
• CPA is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare consolidated financial statements and MD&A packets.
• Draft leadership commentary explaining drivers of performance.
• Conduct monthly variance analysis and KPI tracking.
• Support capital budgeting and asset tracking processes.

Skills

GAAP

MD&A

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

ERP systems

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage Intacct

Domo

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Who is CADY?CADY exists to inspire and unleash human potential. Started in 1999, we have become the fastest growing photography company in the U.S., with an average 20% growth each year. Through photography, classroom solutions, school branding, and more, we deliver an experience unlike anything in our industry. We are an innovative company competing to outdo ourselves, year after year. As the nation’s premier school photography company, we engage with students, schools, and our team members to make them feel accepted and empowered. CADY’s mission is to go beyond a portrait and to provide a premier experience for the extraordinary- because each of our guests, school partners, and team members are utterly extraordinary.Who are you?You are an ambitious, detail oriented team member who finds joy in making meaningful connections with people. You have a true passion for creating memorable experiences for people. You see beyond the surface of interactions and recognize that every person has a story and the idea of being a part of that is exciting! You enjoy working hard and celebrating hard. You love the opportunity to exceed expectations- and be rewarded for your contribution to the company!Job SummaryAt CADY, our Finance team is building a best-in-class reporting function that turns financial data into clear, actionable insight for leadership across a rapidly growing, multi-entity business. As the Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting, you will play a key role in the monthly and quarterly reporting cycle, working closely with the FP&A team to build and deliver Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) packets that explain not just what happened, but why.This role will help bridge Accounting and FP&A initiatives at a consolidated level — taking the numbers Accounting closes each month and helping translate them, alongside the FP&A team, into forward-looking insight leadership can act on.While sitting within FP&A and reporting to the Director of FP&A, this highly visible role partners closely with the Accounting Team, the rest of the FP&A team, and business leaders to ensure financial results are reported accurately, analyzed thoroughly, and communicated clearly. You'll lead variance analysis against budget and forecast, translate financial data into narrative insight, and help build reporting processes that scale with CADY's growth.The ideal candidate loves the "why" behind the numbers — a strong analytical mind who enjoys variance analysis, financial storytelling, and cross-functional partnering, and who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & MD&APrepare financial reporting packages, including consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules.Partner with the FP&A team to build and deliver Management Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) packets that pair financial results with forward-looking context and KPI trends.Draft clear, leadership-ready commentary that explains the key drivers behind financial performance.Assist in creating the process for balance sheet and cash flow analysis and forecasting; build executive reporting that helps make critical growth decisionsSupport the annual capital budget preparation process in partnership with Accounting, FP&A, and various business ownersCAPEX Analysis and fixed asset tracking and reporting, including capital project schedules and rollforwards.Prepare and review supporting schedules and materials used in leadership presentations.Variance Analysis & Business InsightsConduct monthly variance analysis as part of the fast-paced close process, partnering with Accounting, FP&A, and business owners to explain budget and forecast variances across the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow; identify action items where neededTrack and report on core KPIs, in partnership with the FP & A team.Provide ad hoc analysis and reporting to support leadership decision-making.Cross-Functional PartneringHelp drive successful partnership between Accounting and FP&A — ensuring actuals, variance drivers, and KPI context flow cleanly from close into forecasting and business-partnering work.Serve as the primary reporting-side partner to the FP&A team, ensuring alignment between actuals and forecast/budget assumptions.Partner with business leaders on financial reporting initiatives and accounting policy questions as they arise; perform technical accounting research in various areas and draft technical memosRespond to questions from cross-functional business partners with a high level of customer service.Process Improvement & LeadershipIdentify process improvement and automation initiatives within Sage Intacct, Domo, and other financial and reporting systems to increase efficiency and scalability.Play a key role in developing a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.Job Requirements (Qualifications, Skills, & Education)Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required).3+ years of progressive experience in financial reporting, FP&A, or accounting, with a strong analytical and variance-analysis focus. Public accounting experience is highly preferred.CPA a plus, not required.Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting fundamentals.Experience preparing MD&A or management reporting packages, translating data into clear business narrative.Proven experience managing or contributing to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting cycles.Experience with ERP and BI/reporting tools (Sage Intacct, Domo, or comparable) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP (or VLOOKUP), and SUMIFS.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a continuous improvement mindset.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to turn numbers into a story leadership can act on.Comfortable partnering cross-functionally with both the Accounting and FP&A teams.Self-motivated, collaborative, and comfortable operating with ownership in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.Physical Requirements and Work EnvironmentExtended periods of viewing computer screensModerate noise and other potential sensory stimulants (business office with computers, phone, printers, music, and light foot traffic)Able to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of timeAble to occasionally stand, walk, bend, or reach within an office environmentAble to lift and move items up to 15 lbs., such as files, office supplies, or equipmentBenefits and PerksHealth, Vision & Dental Benefits401(k) Retirement Plan with MatchingParental LeavePaid HolidaysPaid Time OffEligible for CADY's annual bonus programAnnual family portrait "Hero" SessionA beautifully designed Innovation CenterPet friendly environmentOffice cafe with snacks and beveragesCareer progression, our highest priority is to promote from within