Our Story

At Alight, we believe a companyu2019s success starts with its people. Alight embraces values that come directly from our people u2013 purposeful, human, united and growth-minded u2013 reflecting our inclusive culture and promise that our clients expect. We are passionate about connecting purpose with impact. Alight empowers clients to build a healthier and more financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health, wealth, wellbeing, navigation, and absence management.

Our Benefits

With a comprehensive total rewards package, Alight offers programs and plans that support your mind, body, wallet, and life. Benefits include health, starting Day One. Additionally, Alight colleagues enjoy wellbeing programs, retirement plans, and career growth opportunities u2013 all within a thriving global organization.

Great Place to Work

Thanks to the work of every colleague, Alight has received multiple awards of recognition including u201CGreat Place to Worku201D for the past 7 years and Fortuneu2019s u201CBest Companies to Work For.u201D To learn more about our company culture and awards

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Position Summary

The FP&A - Jr. Analyst supports financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and analysis activities across the organization. This role provides an excellent opportunity for early-career finance professionals to develop technical finance expertise, analytical capabilities, business acumen, and stakeholder management skills while partnering with finance and business teams to support data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Support budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, and financial reporting processes.
Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and key business drivers.
Assist in preparing management reports, Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs), presentations, and ad hoc analyses.
Perform account reconciliations, data validation, and financial control activities to ensure the accuracy and integrity of reporting.
Work with large datasets and leverage analytical tools to generate actionable business insights.
Support variance analysis by investigating actual versus plan performance and preparing meaningful explanations.
Collaborate with finance teams and business stakeholders to understand operational drivers and support informed decision-making.
Utilize finance systems and planning tools such as Workday, Adaptive Planning, Power BI, and Microsoft 365 applications.
Leverage AI-enabled tools such as Microsoft Copilot and automation solutions to improve productivity, analysis, and reporting efficiency.
Identify opportunities for process improvements, standardization, and automation of recurring activities.
Support internal and external audit requirements through timely and accurate documentation.
Participate in special projects and cross-functional initiatives as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
ACCA/CMA/CPA or equivalent professional finance qualification.
0-1 year of relevant experience in Finance, Accounting, FP&A, Audit, or Financial Reporting.
Strong understanding of accounting and financial concepts.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrate curiosity, learning agility, and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

Exposure to financial planning, forecasting, reporting, or business analysis.
Experience with Workday, Adaptive Planning, Power BI, or similar finance systems.
Familiarity with AI-enabled productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot.
Knowledge of data visualization and storytelling techniques.

Application and Interview

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alightu2019s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: Government ID validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video. Please be aware that Alight is a camera-on culture and may require occasional travel to one of our physical office locations.

Our commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

As part of this commitment, Alight will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation for the hiring process.If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact .

Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ disabled persons, disabled veterans, and other covered veterans.

Alight provides reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request reasonable accommodations/modifications by contacting their recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not, now or in the future, require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

DISCLAIMER:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

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