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The Finance department, which manages the companys budgets, forecasts and investments, and provides analysis of our financial performance and strategies.
Key Responsibilities: This position supports the Managing Director and Director in their roles as the business partner to various department within the organization. As such, this position is directly responsible for delivering department strategy to ensure the accurate booking of financial data and for the creation of accurate budgets and forecasts which will be used for informed decision making and in providing accurate external financial guidance. Utilizes models to generate annual operating plans as well as long-term modeling. Provides variance analysis and explanation to divisional leadership, senior leadership, and the Finance Division. Provide ad-hoc budget and forecast scenario analysis as required. Support contract and purchasing negotiations. Track and report on division headcount and productivity. Identify and aide in delivery of revenue and cost initiatives.
- Perform routine reporting and ad hoc analysis prepared by division and finance teams (such as accurate booking of actual financial data, utilizing models to generate annual operating plans as well as long-term modeling including detailed variance analysis)
- Conduct financial support, analysis and reporting to division leadership and finance (such as budget and forecast scenario analysis, support of contract and purchasing negotiations, headcount productivity tracking and reporting, and identification and analysis of revenue and cost initiatives)
- Meeting participation/contribution involving key regional division and finance issues
United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table.
QualificationsWhat’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications): - High school diploma or equivalent
- 2-4 years of related finance or business administrative experience with a High School Degree, or 0-2 years of related finance or business administrative experience with a Bachelor’s degree
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and knowledge of accounting and financial statements
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
- Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
- Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):- Bachelor’s degree in a finance related field
- 2 years FP&A/Accounting experience or 3 years customer experience/contact centers
- EPM Planning experience
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