[Remote] Sr FPA Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Follett Higher Education is a leading educational service provider and omnichannel retailer that supports over 6 million students. The Senior Financial Analyst leads the finance team with advanced financial analysis and is responsible for delivering financial results, driving forecasting, and strategic planning processes.ResponsibilitiesSupports the overall forecast, strategic plan, and operating plan development while providing insights into key business drivers and identifying risks and opportunitiesSupports balance sheet and cash flow planning, forecasting, and monthly analysisApplies knowledge of the business to offer insights and identify opportunities to improve resultsPerforms financial modeling to support existing and new business initiatives/opportunities resulting in better decision-making and improved overall performancePerforms data mining and other forms of research to identify trends and relationships that drive resultsPrepares monthly reporting and business analysis supporting the organization with ongoing enhancementsDrives outcomes working with other business areas to problem solve new issuesTrains and develops new team members on basic tasks, duties, and other skillsetsSkillsBachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent required3-5 years of equivalent work experience requiredAdvanced Computer Skills; MS Office, MS Excel, Hyperion, and financial reporting systemsStrong communication & analytical skillsCPA/MBA PreferredCompany OverviewFollett Higher Education is a leading educational service provider and omnichannel retailer providing students, faculty and staff, parents, and fans with the course materials, learning tools, and retail services needed to successfully support the academic journey. It was founded in 1873, and is headquartered in Westchester, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.follett.com.