Director of Financial Planning & Analysis
Aspire Living & Learning · Remote
Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Department: Finance
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Location: Remote within Aspire Living & Learning’s service area; periodic travel required - MUST RESIDE IN VT, CT, MD, NH, & MA
Employment Status: Full-time, Exempt
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with flexibility as needed
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary Range: $120,000–$135,000 annually
About the Role
Aspire Living & Learning is seeking an experienced Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to provide strategic financial leadership across the organization. Reporting to the CFO, this role leads budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, performance analysis, and long-term financial planning.
The Director of FP&A partners with executive leadership, operational leaders, program teams, and the broader finance department to turn complex financial information into clear, actionable insights. This position supports data-informed decision-making, organizational growth, program innovation, risk management, and long-term financial sustainability.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic finance professional who is passionate about supporting a mission-driven nonprofit organization and improving services for the individuals and communities Aspire serves.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Planning
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- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Lead multi-year financial planning in support of organizational growth, service delivery innovation, and long-term sustainability.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Provide financial analysis, recommendations, and decision support for executive leadership and Board reporting.
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Budgeting and Forecasting
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Lead the organization-wide annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and operational realities.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Develop rolling forecasts, scenario analyses, and financial models to anticipate risks and opportunities.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Establish and maintain standardized budgeting tools, templates, and processes across programs and departments.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Partner with operational leaders to improve budget development, monitoring, and accountability.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Analyze budget-to-actual results and identify trends, variances, and corrective actions.
Financial Analysis and Reporting
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- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Translate complex financial data into clear insights and recommendations for non-financial stakeholders.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Develop, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to financial and operational performance.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Prepare financial impact analyses for program expansions, strategic initiatives, funding opportunities, and organizational investments.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Improve reporting processes, analytical tools, and financial data visibility across the organization.
Leadership and Collaboration
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Build strong working relationships with program, operational, and administrative leaders.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Strengthen financial literacy and decision-making capabilities across the organization.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of financial analysts.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Promote a culture of transparency, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the finance department.
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Compliance and Risk Management
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- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Partner with accounting, grants management, and compliance teams to promote accurate and reliable financial information.
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Required Qualifications
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, or a related field.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">At least 8 years of progressive experience in financial planning, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial leadership.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience working in a nonprofit, human services, healthcare, behavioral health, education, or similarly complex service organization preferred.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, scenario planning, forecasting, budgeting, and management reporting.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Ability to translate financial and operational data into actionable recommendations.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience collaborating effectively with executive leaders and stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience supervising, mentoring, and developing high-performing finance or analytics teams.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience with financial systems, ERP platforms, budgeting software, and reporting tools.
Preferred Qualifications
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- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience with nonprofit financial management, grants, contracts, or reimbursement-based funding models.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Experience supporting program expansion, organizational growth, or multi-site operations.
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Core Competencies
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Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">This position operates primarily in a professional remote or office environment.
- p]:inline" data-streamdown="list-item">Periodic day and/or overnight travel may be required within Aspire’s service area.
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