Company Overview
Kaplan is a global educational services company that provides individuals, universities, and businesses with a diverse array of services, including higher and professional education, test preparation, language training, corporate and leadership training, and student recruitment, online enablement and other university support services. Our company was founded in 1938 in Stanley Kaplan’s Brooklyn, NY home with a mission to help children of immigrants advance their dream of going to college. From those humble beginnings, Kaplan has grown into an enterprise operating in 28 countries and serving nearly a million students and thousands of corporate and university clients. Throughout our history, Kaplan has remained committed to our founding mission of expanding educational access and transforming learning through new technologies. We are always moving forward—innovating, adapting, and bringing education into the future. The vast breadth and scale of our capabilities and diverse offerings set us apart, allowing our students and partners to advance further, faster.
About the job
Job Title
Senior Financial Analyst
Job Description
For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best-in-class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work.
The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them.
The Senior Financial Analyst provides recurring financial reporting and analysis for the assigned functional area including preparing budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses. The individual will also prepare ad hoc analyses related to obtaining a deeper understanding of financial result drivers for assigned functional areas or specific projects. Results from these analyses are summarized in a concise manner for internal management reporting
Primary Responsibilities
Understand business operations including key metrics and business drivers as it relates to the overall business and any specific impacts on the assigned functional area
Prepare annual budgets and supporting documentation for assigned functional areas primarily via Excel and the Oracle Cloud financial reporting system
Prepare monthly forecasts considering current and future business trends for assigned functional areas primarily via Excel and Oracle Cloud
Prepare monthly actual vs. budget and forecast variance analyses
Routinely communicate with functional leaders, resolve inquiries, and provide insights and feedback for improving operation results
Prepare ad hoc analyses (via Excel) and related presentations (via PowerPoint) related to business unit initiatives and financial impact from the proposed operation, policy, or process changes
Prepare account reconciliations, analyses, and other related accounting schedules required for monthly accruals related to assigned functional area
Collaborate with members of the team to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Finance function
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in Finance or Accounting; MBA Preferred
3+ Years’ experience with a focus on financial analysis in a dynamic corporation
CPA or CFA preferred but not required
Experience with Oracle or a similar large ERP system
Experience with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Effective written and verbal communication skills understands accounting principles and procedures, analytically minded with a desire to learn about the business
Customer service oriented, ability to work independently, and adapts to changing priorities
PowerPoint presentation experience preferred
We Offer a Competitive Benefits Package Including
Remote work provides a flexible work/life balance
Comprehensive Retirement Package automatically enrolled in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure)
Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members
Competitive health benefits and new hire eligibility start on day 1 of employment
Generous Paid Time Off includes paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick paid time-off, plus one (1) volunteer day and one (1) diversity and inclusion day to participate and give back to our local communities
And so much more!
For full-time positions, Kaplan has two Salary Grades, this position is a Salary Grade B: $64,000 – $202,600. Actual compensation for this role is determined by several factors including but not limited to job level, candidate’s skills, experience, and education, among other factors determined by the business.
Location
Remote/Nationwide, USA
Additional Locations
Employee Type
Employee
Job Functional Area
Financial Planning & Analysis
Business Unit
00079 Kaplan Professional
At Kaplan, we recognize the importance of attracting and retaining top talent to drive our success in a competitive market. Our salary structure and compensation philosophy reflect the value we place on the experience, education, and skills that our employees bring to the organization, taking into consideration labor market trends and total rewards. All positions with Kaplan are paid at least $15 per hour or $31,200 per year for full-time positions. Additionally, certain positions are bonus or commission-eligible. And we have a comprehensive benefits package, learn more about our benefits here.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here.
Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information.
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