At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to make learning limitless– and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class higher education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading online learning platform, 2U powers thousands of higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with our college, university, and corporate partners, we are helping accelerate careers and transform lives. What We’re Looking For:
The Finance team at 2U provides strategic financial leadership and analytical support to stakeholders across the organization. We support decision-making and operational effectiveness through financial planning, analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, all in service of 2U’s mission to expand access to high-quality education. As a Director, FP&A, you will play a lead role in supporting high-impact, cross-functional initiatives across the business.This includes evaluating new initiatives, supporting business case development, driving financial modeling, and surfacing insights that inform company-wide decisions. You’ll work closely with Finance leadership and cross-functional teams to drive clarity around priorities, risks, and opportunities. This is an ideal role for a highly analytical and proactive individual with strong business acumen and a desire to work in a mission-driven and fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:
Partner Reporting and Insights
Lead and monitor the performance of the Degree cash collection cycles, optimizing time to collect
Develop scalable reporting frameworks, dashboards, and performance metrics to track partner cash collections and Analyst performance
Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy, consistency, and clarity in partner reporting deliverables
Strategic Initiatives & Special Projects
Lead high-impact cross-functional projects that support company priorities
Serve as a finance lead on enterprise initiatives requiring cross-functional coordination and structured financial evaluation
Support strategic planning efforts through scenario modeling, financial analysis, and data-driven recommendations
Process & Systems Improvement
Improve the efficiency, automation, and scalability of partner reporting processes
Enhance data infrastructure, reporting systems, and documentation supporting partner financial analytics
Implement best practices for reporting accuracy, transparency, and consistency across partner deliverables
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of FP&A managers and analysts; build bench strength and succession plans
Foster a high-performance culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Elevate analytical capabilities, financial acumen, and storytelling skills across the team
Optimize team structure and workflows to scale with company growth
Things That Should Be In Your Background:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred)
10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related field, with 5+ years in a leadership role
Demonstrated experience managing and developing high-performing teams
Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate financial insights
Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills
We will prioritize those who live in the Washington-Baltimore metropolitan area and who are available to come into our Headquarters in Arlington, VA two days a week.
Benefits & Culture
Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide millions of learners and counting with access to world-class higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance. Full-time, U.S.benefits include:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance, disability, and 401(k) employer match
Free snacks and drinks in-office
Generous paid holidays and leave policies, including unlimited PTO
Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break
Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, budget for the position and cost of labor in the market in which the candidate will be hired. 2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike. 2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. About 2U
2U partners with the world's top universities and companies to develop and deliver education programs that accelerate careers and transform lives. Through partnerships with the world’s leading colleges, universities, and companies, 2U delivers thousands of online programs to millions of learners worldwide on edX, its global learning platform. From executive education and professional credentialing to master’s degree programs and free, open courses, 2U transforms how top institutions deliver workforce-aligned online education, enabling professionals to advance without pausing their careers. Learn more at 2U.com. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.
