Manager, Strategic Finance

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:

We are seeking a high-caliber, analytically rigorous Strategic Finance Manager to be a core contributor to our FP&A team's strategic execution. This role offers direct exposure and critical ownership across key financial pillars: (i) optimizing corporate liquidity and treasury strategy, (ii) developing and maintaining proprietary credit risk models, (iii) managing high-stakes capital markets transactions and lender relationships, and (iv) driving complex, ad-hoc strategic initiatives (e.g., M&A, capital deployment, restructuring).

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

Liquidity & Treasury Management

• Oversee and review the daily analysis of domestic bank balances to inform liquidity needs and set cash positions
• Construct and maintain the full suite of cash flow forecasts (13-, 26-, and 52-week models) to identify and mitigate future funding risk
• Drive the forecasting of NTM balance sheet and cash flow statements, providing forward-looking insights to senior leadership
• Define, track, measure, and report out key KPIs, including DPOs and DSOs
• Collaborate with FP&A and Accounting to develop high-impact internal dashboards to track aged receivables and collection performance
• Formulate and recommend strategies for optimizing cash utilization and minimizing liquidity risk

Credit Risk Modeling

• Lead the strategy and governance of credit risk modeling infrastructure to drive the successful rollout of new credit risk processes
• Coordinate with Deal Desk, Accounting, FP&A, and Enterprise Team to roll out new credit risk processes
• Execute and present quarterly credit portfolio reviews

Capital Markets & Lender Reporting

• Lead the preparation of covenant compliance and lender reporting
• Oversee debt payments, borrowing requests, and required notifications
• Assist with capital structure initiatives, including debt and equity raises
• Track and report on market trends

Ad-hoc Strategic Finance Projects

• Lead preparation of board and other external-facing presentations
• Assist with scenario planning and business case modeling for capital deployment, M&A, and restructuring initiatives
• Help build and enhance forecasting tools and capital planning infrastructure

Management Responsibilities

• None

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• Working knowledge: treasury processes, macroeconomics
• General knowledge: banking systems, capital and financial markets, valuation, leverage finance
• Thorough knowledge: Order to Cash, Procure to Pay, credit risk, financial modeling, credit agreements and indentures
• Comprehensive knowledge: Excel, PowerPoint, CapIQ, financial systems (Workday, Adaptive), accounting, and finance
• B.A. or B.S. in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• Minimum of 5-7 years in finance, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial capacity in risk management or credit risk
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across teams and with external partners
• Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proven experience in mentoring and developing junior staff

Other Attributes That Will Help You In This Role:

• Restructuring consulting, leveraged finance, credit risk, or corporate treasury experience preferred

This in a hybrid, in-person position based out of our offices in Crystal City, VA.

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

The anticipated base salary range for this role is ($130,000 - $160,000), with potential bonus eligibility. 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. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: recruitingaccommodations@2u.com.

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 is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 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.