Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to act as a financial consultant to our business units, guiding strategic and operational decisions through expert financial analysis. This pivotal role involves synthesizing complex financial data using tools like Hyperion and Workday Adaptive Planning to offer insights that drive business growth and efficiency. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with business leaders to develop financial models and reporting mechanisms that align with organizational goals and enhance financial understanding across the company. This position is essential for advocating best practices in financial management and supporting dynamic company-wide initiatives.Responsibilities\xc2\xb7 Serve as a strategic financial partner to business units and functional leaders, providing financial analysis and support\xc2\xb7 Lead comprehensive financial modeling and scenario analysis for complex data-driven projects\xc2\xb7 Analyze financial data and trends using Hyperion & Workday Adaptive Planning\xc2\xb7 Direct complex financial planning and analysis, driving strategic decision-making across business units\xc2\xb7 Generate monthly and quarterly financial reports highlighting key variances, trends, and potential areas for cost reduction and revenue enhancement\xc2\xb7 Optimize Hyperion and Workday Adaptive Planning usage to streamline financial reporting, ensuring rapid, accurate data processing and report generation\xc2\xb7 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive financial understanding, ensuring alignment between business actions and financial outcomes\xc2\xb7 Evaluate capital investments and strategic projects using financial metrics such as NPV, IRR, and ROI to support decision-making\xc2\xb7 Participate in developing and reviewing financial procedures and policies\xc2\xb7 Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategiesQualifications\xc2\xb7 Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; or equivalent experience\xc2\xb7 5 - 8 years of experience in corporate finance, with demonstrated skills in financial planning, modeling, and strategic analysis\xc2\xb7 Capable of developing and maintaining consultative relationships with various stakeholders\xc2\xb7 Strong working knowledge of Hyperion, Workday Adaptive Planning, or similar financial reporting and planning tools\xc2\xb7 Ability to create complex models that forecast financial outcomes and analyze business scenarios\xc2\xb7 Knowledge of NPV, IRR, ROI, and other financial metrics to evaluate and support investment decisions\xc2\xb7 Ability to think strategically and provide financial insights that align with the company\xe2\x80\x99s goals\xc2\xb7 Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively explain financial information to non-financial audiences\xc2\xb7 Aptitude for identifying problems, analyzing potential solutions, and implementing strategies that mitigate risks and enhance business performance\xc2\xb7 Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, building relationships with stakeholders across various departments\xc2\xb7 Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and proficiency in PowerPoint, essential for complex financial modeling, data analysis, and effective presentation of financial information\xc2\xb7 Foundational understanding of accounting principles, including revenue and expense recognition, accruals, and prepaids\xc2\xb7 Adept at prioritization and time management, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and understand the sense of urgency required in a dynamic business environment\xc2\xb7 Possesses strong self-starting capabilities and the ability to self-direct work in an unstructured environment, ensuring productivity and initiative in independent settings

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