Sr Financial Analyst

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

HMH is a learning technology company committed to delivering connected solutions that engage learners, empower educators and improve student outcomes. As a leading provider of K-12 core curriculum, supplemental and intervention solutions, and professional learning services, HMH partners with educators and school districts to uncover solutions that unlock students' potential and extend teachers' capabilities.

HMH serves more than 50 million students and 4 million educators in 150 countries. For more information, visit www.hmhco.com

Sr. Financial Analyst

Remote

(this job may be performed in any state in the U.S.)

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sr Financial Analyst within the FP&A department with proven expertise in managing financial processes and exceptional technical skills (i.e. Excel and other software). You will play a pivotal role within the FP&A organization that has responsibilities impacting many other teams as a result. As a department, FP&A has implemented a new financial planning and reporting software, Anaplan, that needs strong resources to use and help drive future capabilities of the tool for the department. This is a great time to be joining FP&A with this new tool and the automation capabilities it provides.

Key Responsibilities

1. 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
2. Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and profitability analysis, to support strategic decision-making and performance evaluation. Primary dedication of analysis will be in the COGS space, breaking down variances between volume/rate/mix, etc.
3. Planning: Lead the development and maintenance of annual budgets and forecasts, collaborating with business partners to ensure alignment with strategic goals and objectives.
4. 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.
5. Financial Performance Tracking: Monitor key financial metrics and KPIs, identifying areas of improvement and potential risks. Provide recommendations for corrective actions as needed.
6. Ad Hoc Analysis: Respond to ad hoc requests for financial analysis and support from management and other stakeholders, providing insightful and actionable recommendations.
7. 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
8. Continuous Improvement: Use available windows to improve automation of monthly reporting and analytical processes

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) is a plus.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and draw meaningful conclusions.
• 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.

Physical Requirements

• Might be in a stationary position for a considerable time (sitting and/or standing)
• Constantly operate a computer
• Must be able to collaborate with colleagues via face to face, conference calls, and online meetings
• Must be capable of sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods of time.

Salary

$80,000 - $85,00

Application Deadline

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on October1, 2026. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date but is not guaranteed.

HMH is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, family status, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, ethnic/national origin, ancestry, age, disability, military status, genetic predisposition, citizenship status, status as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran, other covered veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity. We actively participate in E-Verify.