FP&A Analyst

Job Title

FP&A Analyst

Location

Springfield, CT

Position Type

Interim, Full-Time

Reports To

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Interim Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Finance to support the finance function during a critical interim period. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in full-cycle accounting, financial leadership, and strategic financial management. This role plays a key part in maintaining financial stability, ensuring compliance, and providing data-driven insights to senior leadership.

• Oversee the full-cycle accounting process, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and financial reporting.

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal financial policies and procedures.

• Prepare and present financial statements, budget reports, forecasts, and executive-level financial analysis for senior leadership and governing bodies.

• Lead the annual budget process, including development, implementation, monitoring, and variance analysis.

• Provide strategic financial guidance and decision support to department leaders and operational teams.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while promoting continuous improvement and best practices.

• Coordinate with external auditors and manage all aspects of the annual audit process to ensure timely and accurate completion.

• Design, implement, and refine financial policies, controls, and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• Support strategic planning initiatives through financial modeling, scenario analysis, and risk assessment.

• Monitor cash flow, investments, and debt obligations to maintain organizational financial health.

• Identify financial risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies.

• Oversee grant and restricted-fund management, ensuring accurate allocation, compliance, and reporting.

• Partner closely with Human Resources and other administrative departments to optimize payroll, benefits, and financial operations.

• Support ERP systems usage, optimization, and implementation initiatives as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA strongly preferred.

• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including senior leadership responsibilities.

• Demonstrated expertise in full-cycle accounting and financial management.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, internal controls, and budgeting.

• Proven ability to analyze complex financial data and translate it into actionable insights.

• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel skills preferred).

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage executive stakeholders.

• Demonstrated leadership, team development, and change-management capabilities.

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.

• Experience managing grants, restricted funds, or external funding compliance is preferred.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

• Finance

• Accounting

• Financial Reporting

• Financial Analysis

• Payroll

• Accounts Payable

• Benefits and Retirement Plan Oversight

• Finance

• Accounting

• Reporting

• Financial Analysis

• Accounts Payable (AP)

• Payroll Processing

• Close partnership with Human Resources

• Retirement and Benefits Administration

• ERP implementation or optimization experience highly desirable

Expert Level

This is a Permanent position based out of Springfield, MA.

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Company benefits will be provided by our client once an offer is extended.

This is a fully onsite position in Springfield, MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

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