Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

U.S. Soccer is hiring an entry-level Financial Analyst to support the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team. The role focuses on budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis, turning financial and operational data into actionable insights for day-to-day decisions and broader strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts for assigned business areas.
• Analyze revenue and expense variances, identify key drivers, and summarize findings for Finance colleagues and business partners.
• Maintain and update financial models, reporting templates, and planning systems to help ensure information is accurate and consistent across tools.
• Partner with business stakeholders to collect inputs, clarify questions, and assist with ongoing budget monitoring.
• Prepare clear, concise summaries and presentation materials that communicate financial results and key takeaways to organizational leadership.
• Participate in ad hoc analysis and special projects as assigned, working with guidance from the FP&A team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or a related field.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, budgeting, accounting, business analytics, or a related area. Internships and relevant academic projects are considered.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, along with interest in building more advanced analytical and modeling capabilities.
• Basic understanding of corporate finance, financial statements, and accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, well-organized work.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain findings clearly to colleagues who may not have a finance background.
• Ability to organize work, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt as needs change.
• Collaborative mindset, intellectual curiosity, and interest in learning about the business and financial operations of a sports organization.
• Capability to connect “micro” details to the broader “macro” vision and mission.

Technologies

• Microsoft Excel
• PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with financial planning, reporting systems, or data visualization tools.
• Familiarity with PowerPoint and preparation of professional presentation materials.
• Prior experience working at a nonprofit, sporting organization, financial services organization, or public accounting firm.
• General knowledge of soccer.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or related field.

Location and Work Setting

Atlanta, GA (onsite).