Position: FP&A Analyst
Status: Full Time, FLSA Salary Exempt
Department: Finance
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
POSITION OVERVIEW
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.
QUALIFICATIONS
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.
PREFERRED/DESIRED:
- 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.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Financial Planning & Analysis
- 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.
Financial Reporting & Close Support
- 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.
Cash Flow, Capital & Operational Analysis
- 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.
- Reporting, Tools & Process Improvement
- 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 efficiency.
- Respond to ad hoc data requests and provide analytical support for special projects and leadership requests.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
(L) Light work
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects. If the use of arm/leg controls require exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated as light work.
POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS/HAZARDS:
Indoor office environment most often with frequent movement outdoors. Exposure to extreme heat and weather conditions. Requires Sitting, Standing, Walking, Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, Finger Dexterity, Talking, Hearing, and Visual Acuity frequently.
Must be willing to work in inclement weather including temperatures exceeding 100 degrees and high humidity. Frequent movement outdoors with some indoor office environment. Exposure to extreme heat and weather conditions. Requires Sitting, Standing, Walking, Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, Finger Dexterity, Talking, Hearing, and Visual Acuity frequently.
WORK SCHEDULE:
May be required to work weekends and nights as necessary.
TRAVEL:
Occasional travel in and out of the county as necessary.
The above information in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Zoo’s policies on evaluation of personnel.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement
East Coast Zoological Society of Florida, Inc., dba Brevard Zoo, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any aspect of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, transfer, termination, or any other terms and conditions of employment. Employees and applicants are encouraged to report any concerns regarding discrimination or harassment, and retaliation for reporting such concerns is strictly prohibited.
Brevard Zoo is committed to an inclusive environment where employees are encouraged to be their authentic selves. We value the diverse qualities, perspectives, and experiences of all individuals. Join us in sharing the joy of nature to help people and wildlife thrive.
