Sr. Director Financial Planning and Analysis (April 2023 Promotions)

Date Posted: 3/14/23

There are 2 openings for this job profile.

Internal Only, In-line Promotion. Note: In the case of in-line promotions where there is an expansion of responsibilities for the incumbent in the role, which would result in the incumbent being displaced if another person were to take that position, we will not interview for the role.

What We’re Looking For:

The Senior Director of Financial Planning will work with the SVP Financial Planning to assist in developing budgets, forecasts, and financial metrics. This position will manage a team dedicated to providing financial support to business divisions owners within 2U, with primary responsibilities to include:

Key Role and Responsibilities: 

• Develop and maintain long term business models 
• Assist in managing the annual budget process, transitioning to a bi-annual process in 2018
• Develop quarterly/yearly forecast process, assisting in close process as needed 
• Develop and maintain relationships with key business owners including Get Smarter
• Develop and distribute monthly a to-be-created executive reporting package
• Manage monthly budget variance process with departmental owners
• Build of BOD financial reporting requirements
• Build quarterly financial earnings call support
• Assist with transitioning revenue role to new Director
• Maintain and integrate Adaptive Planning with Workday and other systems as required
• Manage and develop financial team 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a Business-related field with an emphasis in Finance/Accounting, MBA preferred
• 7 years of experience in financial analysis, financial planning, accounting and/or budgeting
• Expertise in financial planning & analysis
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and related analytical tools

Other Attributes That Will Help You in This Role and at 2U:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact positively with all areas of the business.
• Ability to work with a diverse team in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. 
• Enthusiasm and the ability to thrive in an atmosphere of constant change. 
• Confident decision-making abilities and a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.  Proven success in a matrix management environment

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.
Full-time, U.S.benefits include: 

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, disability, and 401(k) employer match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Free snacks and drinks in-office
• Generous paid holidays and leave policies, including unlimited PTO
• Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break

The anticipated base salary range for this role is ($125,000 -$145,000), with potential bonus eligibility.  Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, budget for the position and cost of labor in the market in which the candidate will be hired.

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike. 

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: recruitingaccommodations@2u.com. 

About 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)

For more than a decade, 2U, Inc. has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit 2U.com.

About edX

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU). Together with the majority of the world’s top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at edX.org.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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