Job Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to join our Finance and Accounting team. In this role, you will serve as a strategic partner to EVP leadership, delivering forward-looking financial insights, supporting collaborative planning efforts, and producing high-quality financial analyses that drive informed decision-making across the organization.

Reporting to the VP, Financial Planning & Analysis, this position works closely with EVP leadership to oversee the analysis, planning, and execution of financial activities supporting the programs function of Scouting America. You will play a critical role in translating financial data into clear, actionable insights that inform strategic discussions and executive decisions.

The Senior FP&A Analyst is responsible for developing and enhancing financial content for Board materials, executive presentations, and ad hoc reporting. This role ensures leadership has access to accurate, timely, and insight-driven analysis to guide organizational priorities. Through proactive collaboration, strong financial acumen, and disciplined execution, you will help anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and support leadership in achieving both operational and strategic objectives.

• Leads the expansion and adoption of Workiva to build, maintain, and enhance Board decks, committee materials, and financial reports, improving efficiency, accuracy, and reporting consistency.
• Responds to leadership requests for financial data, analysis, and research, and supports discussions on financial impacts and financial performance across the organization.
• Designs and maintains financial planning and costing models; compiles and tracks key budget data; and ensures compliant, timely submission of budgets into Hyperion, including revisions as needed.
• Monitors spending and conducts regular financial reviews to assess trends, variances, and future funding needs, providing recommendations to improve expense management and resource allocation.
• Enhances cross‑department collaboration to ensure accurate, timely, and strategically aligned financial inputs.
• Works closely with Accounting to identify, investigate, and resolve accounting discrepancies and issues, ensuring accurate financial results and timely completion of all reporting
• Improves financial processes and controls by identifying efficiency opportunities and implementing enhancements across planning, reporting, and forecasting activities.
• Supports system optimization initiatives, contributing to improvements in Hyperion, Workiva, and related financial planning tools.
• Partners closely with the EVP of Youth Programs and the broader programs leadership team, providing high‑quality financial analysis, strategic insights, and guidance that strengthen program strategies, resource planning, and investment decisions.
• Serves as programs’ financial conscience, ensuring financial integrity by highlighting risks and opportunities, reinforcing sound fiscal judgment, and promoting data‑driven decision‑making across all programs initiatives.
• Consults with program leadership to develop and manage long‑term financial plans, financial models, reviewing financial results for accuracy and alignment with organizational standards.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

When Assigned to Youth Programs:

• Knowledge of:  Demonstrates deep FP&A expertise in forecasting, planning, and financial reporting, with the ability to evaluate program financials, program performance, and related cost drivers to guide strategic decision‑making. Maintains awareness of broader program, industry, and market trends that influence development priorities and organizational performance.
• Skill in: Skilled in building, maintaining, and analyzing complex financial models using Workiva or similar platforms, with strong capabilities in accurate budget forecasting, scenario planning, trend identification, and problem‑solving. Demonstrates clear and effective communication with stakeholders at all levels, maintains precise and reliable financial records, consistently meets deadlines in fast‑paced environments, and empowers and motivates teammates to achieve high‑performance outcomes.
• Ability to: Demonstrates the ability to make informed decisions and negotiate effectively with stakeholders, adapt quickly to changing or unforeseen circumstances, manage time efficiently, and prioritize, delegate, and direct the budget workflow and process to ensure smooth and timely execution.

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

• At least 5 years of progressive experience in finance or a related discipline, with substantial responsibility for financial planning and analysis supporting program functions.
• Must pass a criminal history background check.

• MBA or equivalent
• Hands‑on experience with Workiva, Hyperion, or similar enterprise reporting, workflow, or financial automation platforms.

Scouting America is an equal-opportunity employer. Benefits include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death, and a Match Savings plan. We also offer a generous PTO policy and Scouting America holiday observances.

Since 1910, Scouting America has encouraged personal growth by teaching youth how to set goals and achieve them with determination. Scouting America promotes a culture where youth, volunteers, and employees feel a sense of belonging-where every person feels respected and valued. We welcome families of all backgrounds to help prepare young people to serve as successful members and leaders of our nation’s diverse communities. Join us and help us mold the future leaders of America!