Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

This role will be responsible for financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and providing strategic financial insights to senior leadership. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, a deep understanding of key financial KPIs, and expertise in Excel, with knowledge of Adaptive Planning being a plus.

Job responsibilities:

• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes to drive strategic decision-making.
• Evolve and maintain sophisticated financial models using operational and business inputs to evaluate business performance, forecast outcomes, and assess growth opportunities.
• Analyze key financial KPIs and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support business objectives and financial planning.
• Prepare and present financial reports, presentations for executive leadership, including materials for Operational Reviews and for external reporting.
• Develop clear and concise financial narratives that communicate key business drivers, risks, opportunities, and the story behind the numbers to support executive decision-making.
• Lead labor cost planning, workforce forecasting, and variance analysis to identify trends and support effective resource allocation.
• Drive process improvements and automation within the FP&A function, leveraging Excel and Adaptive Planning and Office Connect reporting tools (preferred).
• Support financial due diligence and analysis related to strategic initiatives, including expansion opportunities.
• Regular, in-person attendance 3 days per week on site with Mondays and Fridays optional remote work.
• This role requires on-site collaboration with corporate and operational leadership.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related roles.
• Strong financial modeling skills with expertise in Excel; experience with Adaptive Planning is a major plus.
• Deep understanding of key financial metrics, forecasting techniques, and data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in a high-growth environment or the education/healthcare sector is a plus

Additional Information

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year.  Increasing based on years of service with company
• 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday
• 401k with company match
• Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on the program

Company Description

As a leading healthcare education organization, Unitek Learning’s family of schools helps thousands of students launch and accelerate their careers every year. As a rapidly growing and highly successful company, Unitek is also a great place to pursue a rewarding and challenging career. We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, unlimited growth potential, and a collegiate work environment.