Description
Sr Financial Analyst
Description:
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Creates financial models, tools and reports with key metrics and measures of performance that are relevant, actionable and lead to the success of the Finance Operations Business Unit.
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Produces models incorporating multiple data sources into reports and recommendations which enable decision making.
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Conducts gap analysis on differences in data/results which inform stakeholders on risks and opportunities.
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Influence, negotiate and act as change agent to drive the financial assumptions associated with various projects.
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Analyzes the external environment and competition, develops and creates an understanding of external forces for benchmarking and relevant analytical approaches for the Business Unit.
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Participates in the identification and standardization of key business processes, design of analytical approaches, and development of tools which enable benefit identification, analysis and reporting.
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Provides support to business cases for key Shared Service initiatives.
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Develops strong operational partnerships with Finance Operations leaders and Regional/
Program Finance stakeholders to further key business/operational initiatives and resolve impediments. -
Support FO leaders through effectively anticipating and addressing the short and longer-term implications of decisions/actions.
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Manages, maintains and produces regular operational & financial reports in addition to ad hoc analyses, as needed.
Requirements:
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Bachelor's degree in related financial/economic study.
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10+ years financial and/or accounting experience.
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3+ years supervisory experience.
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Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) required.
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Able to clearly communicate complex subjects and issues to a broad range of audiences.
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Strong ability to direct and motivate others required.
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Strong strategic and financial thinking skills required.
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Demonstrated ability to analyze, understand and communicate complex issues and trends required.
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Proven ability to lead complex, multi-functional projects requiring the engagement of people with whom you have no direct line management relationship
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Ability to work collaboratively across the organization while maintaining the ability to be decisive and forthright in a consensus-driven, professional environment.
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A positive and optimistic leadership style that is maintained despite tight deadlines and competing priorities.
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Strong collaboration and proactive relationship building skills
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Proven ability to work in a Matrix organization and influence decision-making at all levels
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Exceptional interpersonal, and presentation skills.
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Thorough knowledge of cost management techniques, financial control, financial analysis, financial modelling and reporting.
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Masters degree in Business Administration preferred.
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Experience with data management, Business Intelligence and benchmarking preferred.
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CPA, CMA or CFA preferred.