FP&A Business Analyst – Financial Systems (Contract)

FP&A Business Analyst – Financial Systems (Contract) Industry: Financial Services (Insurance / Asset & Wealth Management) Location: Boston, MA – Hybrid (3–4 days onsite per week) Contract Type: Contract engagement Role Overview We are seeking an experienced FP&A Business Analyst to support a major FP&A Transformation programme within a financial services organisation. This role sits at the intersection of finance and technology, supporting initiatives that enhance, automate, and optimise financial planning, forecasting, and reporting processes. You will work closely with FP&A stakeholders, system transformation teams, and technical developers to ensure financial systems deliver accurate, timely, and decision-ready insights for leadership. This is a hands-on contract role requiring strong financial acumen, systems thinking, and prior experience in financial services environments. Key Responsibilities • Analyse FP&A projection processes including forecasting, variance analysis, and scenario modelling to identify automation and efficiency opportunities • Gather, document, and validate business and system requirements in collaboration with FP&A and technical teams • Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and UAT, with a strong focus on financial data accuracy and controls • Partner with finance teams to ensure data integrity, consistency, and governance across planning and reporting systems • Challenge existing FP&A workflows and propose practical improvements to forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency • Act as a liaison between FP&A users and technology teams, managing priorities and ensuring clear communication • Support the design and delivery of financial dashboards, KPIs, and management reports Required Experience & Skills (Must-Have) • 5–10+ years’ experience in FP&A, financial systems, or business analysis roles • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). An Advanced degree (MBA or similar) is advantageous but not required • Mandatory experience within the Financial Services industry, ideally: • Insurance (Life & Annuities) • Asset Management • Wealth Management • Strong understanding of FP&A processes, including forecasting, projections, scenario analysis, and variance reporting • Experience working with financial planning systems (e.g., Hyperion, Anaplan, Adaptive Insights, or similar) • Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex financial processes and recommend improvements • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate between finance and technical teams • Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint • Valid work authorisation to work in the United States is required Candidates must have Financial Services domain experience and valid US work authorisation. Nice to Have • Experience supporting large-scale financial system transformations • Familiarity with financial dashboards, KPIs, and executive reporting Contract & Eligibility Information • This is a contract role • Valid US work authorisation must be in place at the start of the engagement • No contractor benefits are provided • Company-issued equipment will be supplied • Engagement is aligned to a long-term financial systems transformation programme