Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to make learning limitless– and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class higher education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading online learning platform, 2U powers thousands of  higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with our college, university, and corporate partners, we are helping accelerate careers and transform lives. 

What We’re Looking For:

The Finance team at 2U provides strategic financial leadership and analytical support to stakeholders across the organization. We support decision-making and operational effectiveness through financial planning, analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, all in service of 2U’s mission to expand access to high-quality education.

As a Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A, you will play a lead role in supporting high-impact, cross-functional initiatives across the business.This includes evaluating new initiatives, supporting business case development, driving financial modeling, and surfacing insights that inform company-wide decisions. You’ll work closely with Finance leadership and cross-functional teams to drive clarity around priorities, risks, and opportunities.

This is an ideal role for a highly analytical and proactive individual with strong business acumen and a desire to work in a mission-driven and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Forecasting, Reporting & Ad Hoc Analysis 
  • Support quarterly forecasting, annual operating planning, and long-range strategic planning processes as needed
  • Ensure accuracy and consistency in financial reporting by maintaining alignment across planning tools (e.g., Workday, Adaptive Planning)
  • Perform ad hoc reporting and financial deep dives to respond to urgent business questions or shifting priorities
• Strategic Financial Analysis 
  • Lead the development of complex financial models and decision-support analyses for strategic initiatives, new product evaluations, and operational improvement projects
  • Evaluate performance trends, assess risks and opportunities, and deliver actionable insights to Finance leadership and business stakeholder
• Cross-Functional Collaboration 
  • Serve as a finance point of contact for strategic initiatives, coordinating with teams across the business
  • Translate financial insights into clear narratives that support stakeholder understanding and strategic decision-making
  • Collaborate on presentations and materials for executive audiences and project steering groups
• Process Improvement 
  • Improve financial processes, systems, and reporting efficiency to drive efficiency aligned with strategic objectives
• Performance Monitoring 
  • Track KPIs and performance metrics aligned with company objectives
  • Develop dashboards and executive-level reporting
  • Monitor cost controls and recommend efficiency improvements 

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related field
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
• Experience with ERP systems and financial planning tools
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and in a team environment

Working Conditions 

• 5% of travel via plane, car, and train may be required
• Flexibility to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant

Physical Requirements