The National Fire Protection Association’s mission is to help save lives and reduce loss with information, knowledge, and passion. Established in 1896, we are dedicated to the elimination of death, injury, and property and economic loss due to fire, electrical, and related hazards. The Association delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy; and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering the NFPA mission.

To better meet the needs of those who rely on our information and knowledge to keep people and property safe, we are amidst a transformation to expand our influence and further our safety mission. We are becoming increasingly digital and global to grow, thrive, and save more lives from fire, electrical, and other hazards. To accomplish this, we need effective leaders at all levels of the Association who understand what we are striving for, why it is important, and how to execute our vision and who passionately want to see NFPA through this important stage. It is an exciting and empowering time to work at NFPA.

NFPA is looking to add a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst  to the Finance team! 

Position Summary 

The Senior FP&A Analyst plays a key role in financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support strategic and operational decision-making. This position leads complex financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis activities. The position partners closely with business leaders to provide actionable insights and often serves as a subject matter expert within the finance team. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead components of the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting cycles
• Analyze financial performance, trends, and variances against plan, prior periods, and benchmarks
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions
• Prepare executive-level financial reports, dashboards, and presentations
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and analysis (for both revenue and expenses)
• Monitor key performance indicators and identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Partner with business leaders to provide financial insights and performance recommendations
• Establish and improve financial processes, controls, and reporting standards
• Support capital planning, scenario analysis, and long-range financial planning
• Assist with special projects, business cases, and ad hoc analysis as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• 4–7+ years of progressive financial analysis experience
• Prior experience managing or leading a team preferred
• Strong financial modeling and forecasting experience
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools
• Experience working with ERP and planning tools (NetSuite, Oracle, NSPB)

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to translate financial data into clear business insights
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Leadership and team development capabilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strategic thinking with strong business acumen
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

National Fire Protection Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Salary ranges at NFPA are set by role and level, based on current competitive market data. Final compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including the specific skills, relevant experience, education, and training you bring to the role, as well as internal equity and business needs. For candidates whose qualifications align well with the role’s requirements and expectations, offers are often made toward the minimum of the posted range. Exceptional qualifications or unique circumstances may result in placement higher in the range. NFPA is committed to fair, competitive pay and offers a strong total rewards package, including comprehensive benefits. Salary Range: $82,327 - $139,913