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. 

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Improve financial processes, systems, and reporting efficiency to drive efficiency aligned with strategic objectives

• • Track KPIs and performance metrics aligned with company objectives
  • Develop dashboards and executive-level reporting
  • Monitor cost controls and recommend efficiency improvements 

• 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

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

• Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor
• Access information using a computer

This is a hybrid position, based out of our Crystal City, VA office. 

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike. 

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: [email protected]. 

2U partners with the world's top universities and companies to develop and deliver education programs that accelerate careers and transform lives. Through partnerships with the world’s leading colleges, universities, and companies, 2U delivers thousands of online programs to millions of learners worldwide on edX, its global learning platform. From executive education and professional credentialing to master’s degree programs and free, open courses, 2U transforms how top institutions deliver workforce-aligned online education, enabling professionals to advance without pausing their careers. Learn more at 2U.com.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.