Financial Reporting Analyst

We're seeking a Budget & Financial Planning Analyst to support our client’s senior leadership and departmental stakeholders with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting activities. This role will assist in analyzing budget versus actual performance, maintaining forecasting models, and supporting organization-wide budget planning initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesReconcile position and personnel budget data across HR and financial systems Review and validate funding requests and budget allocation updates Produce financial, operational, and workforce-related reports using multiple enterprise systems Support annual budget development cycles and quarterly budget review processes Maintain and enhance short- and long-term forecasting models Analyze recurring and non-recurring budget activity, identifying trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for cost savings or operational efficiencies Partner with senior leadership and department stakeholders to evaluate financial performance and funding needs Lead or support special financial analysis projects and cross-functional initiatives Collaborate with finance, accounting, procurement, and HR teams to resolve budget and reporting issues Prepare executive-level reporting materials, presentations, and ad hoc analyses QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Management, or related field 4–8 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, accounting, or related finance functions Strong understanding of budgeting and accounting principles Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel Experience with ERP or enterprise financial systems preferred (SAP experience is a plus) Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Experience working with senior leadership and cross-functional teams Prior leadership or project coordination experience preferred Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. Boston, MA, US Hybrid Banking & Financial Services (includes Investment Banking), Educational Services, Finance and Insurance Vaco $ 35.00 - 40.00 hourly contractor