Financial Analyst

Job Responsibilities:

• As part of the Financial Planning &; Analysis team, the financial analyst will provide business decision support and financial analytics to the leadership of the International division.
• Activities will include development and preparation of variance analysis, revenue and cost trend analysis, decision support, budgeting, forecasting and ad-hoc special project support.
• Additionally, the analyst will play a major role in preparing the monthly and quarterly operating review presentations.
• Provide financial support to evaluate the annual operating budget, the long-term strategic business plan, and the periodic forecasting processes of the International division. Calculate run-rates and identifying drivers and trends in the business.
• Consolidate and report monthly budget vs. actual operating expenses and providing meaningful insights to the business.
• Develop and cultivate relationships with divisional and corporate business partners. Improve communication and understanding of the business.
• Forecast the near-term P&;L and provide guidance to the business.
• Analyze and interpret large amounts of operational and financial data converting it into meaningful and focused information and reports which drive performance results and action.
• Assist in the development and preparation of the monthly and quarterly business financial review presentations.
• Coordinate with sales management and commercial finance teams to prepare and execute annual sales commission plans.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses as needed.

Skills:

• Strong Excel skills and facility in financial modeling desired.
• Detail oriented; strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills in conjunction with the ability to interact with all levels in the organization are a must.
• Experience with multidimensional databases such as Hyperion/Oracle and OneStream is a plus.
• Exposure to continuous improvement cultures and methodologies.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• MBA is a plus, but not required. 4-6 years of relevant experience in Finance and/or Accounting roles including Financial Planning and Analysis and/or Budgeting.