FP&A Analyst

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Located along the Space Coast in Melbourne, Florida, Brevard Zoo is an AZA-accredited facility with a diverse collection of over 900 animals representing nearly 200 species. It is also home to the Sea Turtle Healing Center for rehabilitation of wild marine turtles. Brevard Zoo is well-known for its strong conservation ethic and unique attractions, such as kayaking through the Africa area, giraffe feeding, rhinoceros and various other animal encounters.

The FP&A Analyst supports the financial health and growth of the organization by partnering closely with the CFO and Accounting. This role balances hands‑on support of the monthly close and financial reporting process with forward-looking financial planning, analysis, and decision support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytically strong, collaborative, and motivated by working in a mission-driven, non-profit environment.

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in FP&A, accounting, or a hybrid finance role (non-profit experience a plus).
• Strong understanding of financial statements and the monthly close process.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including pivot tables, complex formulas (X/VLOOKUP), financial modeling, variance and scenario analysis, transforming large datasets into actionable insights, support budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear insights.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to partner across departments.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Interest in or commitment to the mission of a non-profit organization or zoo environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes through data collection, analysis, modeling, and documentation.
• Prepare and maintain financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to support strategic and operational initiatives.
• Analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results versus budget, forecast, and prior periods; identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop variance analyses and prepare clear management commentary and insights for senior leadership.
• Analyze and track key performance indicators (KPIs), with a focus on financial and operational metrics.
• Monitor departmental spending and headcount trends; proactively flag risks, anomalies, and cost pressures.
• Assist in the preparation of departmental and organization-wide financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Partner with Accounting during the monthly close to ensure accurate data, timely reporting, and alignment between management reporting and financial statements.
• Conduct reconciliations for Construction in Progress and Balance Sheet accounts.
• Coordinate with Accounting to ensure consistency across reports, models, and underlying financial records.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, financial controls, and reporting standards.

• Support cash flow forecasting and monitoring.
• Assist with capital planning, cost tracking, and investment or project-based financial analysis.
• Provide financial support for operational initiatives as needed, including program analysis and cost optimization efforts.

• Compile, validate, and prepare financial data for management reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Maintain and improve financial models, reporting templates, and documentation to enhance accuracy and…