Senior Analyst Corporate FP&A - Remote Opportunity (Pacific Time Zone)

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At KinderCare Learning Companies, you’ll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we’re all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.

The KinderCare Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis team is responsible for providing executive leadership with an accurate and comprehensive analysis, at an enterprise-level, of the financial status and earnings outlook in order to drive business decisions and actions.

We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst in the Pacific Time Zone (PT) that will work collaboratively with the finance and accounting teams at KinderCare in preparing the consolidated company budget and forecast, as well as provide qualitative and quantitative analysis of results and forecasted trends for leadership presentations. Additionally, they will deliver accurate reporting and analysis of monthly results for Board of Director presentations, assist Financial Reporting and Investor Relations teams in all external, publicly filed information, and assist in developing the consolidated long-range plan, including balance sheet, cash flow modeling and forecasting earnings projections.

The ideal candidate is proficient in financial concepts, systems & tools, able to self-validate work to ensure accuracy, demonstrates the ability to up level work product for leadership meetings, possesses eagerness and curiosity to understand trends that drive financial performance and is able to connect the dots and draw important conclusions. Individuals need to be able to seek out and incorporate feedback, self-prioritize work, call out priority conflicts and recommend solutions with manager and team members.

The role will have exposure across the broader finance organization as well as finance and company leadership, crafting opportunity for comprehensive understanding of KinderCare’s business and career growth and development.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate in a dynamic environment to provide clear and concise data-driven insights to senior leadership for informed decision-making.
• Provide tactical support for enterprise consolidation of the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Complete various financial models to assist with budgeting, forecasting, earnings projections, and periodic reporting and analysis of results.
• Conduct analysis and modeling of near-term and long-term results for scenario planning of the P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet.
• Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and critical thinking to tackle problems and make recommendations based on self-directed work efforts.
• Handle ad-hoc requests as needed.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Finance or related field.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a similar position with a medium to large sized multi-unit company.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in developing planning models and consolidating budgets/forecasts, including capital planning, profit and loss statements, financial projections, and balance sheet management.
• Meticulous with a dedication to quality and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial planning concepts.
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate optimally with team members and partners at all levels, both within and outside the department.
• Consistent track record of analyzing sophisticated financial information, identifying potential problems, and developing viable alternatives.
• Sophisticated skills in MS Excel and PowerPoint required.
  
  

Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:

• Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
• Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
• Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
• Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
• … and much more.
  
  

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.