Senior Financial Analyst

Our client, an established organization, is seeking an experienced FP&A detail oriented with strong Adaptive Planning experience to assess, stabilize, and optimize a recently implemented Adaptive Planning environment. The organization implemented Adaptive Planning earlier this year, but the system is not functioning as intended and requires a hands-on expert to evaluate the current state, partner with the implementation vendor, and ensure proper integration with the organization's ERP system. This consultant will serve as both a strategic FP&A leader and systems owner, establishing a scalable budgeting and forecasting process . The ideal candidate combines deep Adaptive Planning expertise with strong nonprofit finance experience, financial modeling capabilities, and a collaborative leadership style. Key Responsibilities Evaluate the current Workday Adaptive Planning implementation and identify gaps, configuration issues, and process deficiencies. Partner directly with the external implementation vendor to understand what was completed, what remains unresolved, and develop a remediation plan. Ensure accurate mapping and integration between Workday Adaptive Planning and the ERP system. Act as the primary systems owner for Adaptive Planning, holding vendors accountable to milestones, deliverables, and implementation objectives. Design and build a sustainable monthly and quarterly forecasting process from the ground up. Develop financial models, scenario analyses, and forecasting tools to support organizational decision-making. Partner with executive leadership to improve visibility into organizational performance and future financial outcomes. Incorporate nonprofit-specific revenue drivers, including grants, contracts, and accounts receivable, into budgeting and forecasting processes. Document processes, best practices, and governance procedures to ensure long-term success of the platform. Coach and develop the FP&A Analyst, providing training and guidance on Adaptive Planning functionality and financial planning best practices. Serve as a steadying presence for the finance team during a period of organizational change and transformation.