The Central Tech & Data FP&A Team plays a critical role in our Global Operations & Technology Finance organization. In this role, you will be responsible for leading financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for Corporate Systems IT. As part of the FP&A team, you will collaborate closely with the Close and Controllership specialists, and work closely with technology leaders to provide financial insights for decision-making purposes. Your role will involve analyzing financial results, reporting on project performance, and contributing to the development of the company's overall technology strategy.

Responsibilities:

Lead Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting:

Coordinate and drive the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for Corporate Systems IT. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather inputs, analyze data, and prepare accurate and comprehensive financial plans and forecasts. Identify and communicate key financial risks and opportunities to drive better decision-making.

Financial Reporting and Variance Analysis:

Prepare and distribute timely and accurate financial reports, including variance analysis, to provide insights into financial performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and explain variances and provide recommendations for improvement.

Corporate Systems Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA):

Contribute to the development of Corporate Systems Cost Benefit Analyses (CBAs) for technology initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather financial information, conduct analysis, and prepare comprehensive CBAs to support decision-making and prioritization.

Project Financial Performance Reporting:

Report on the financial performance of projects within Corporate Systems. Identify risks and opportunities, provide recommendations, and collaborate with project owners to optimize financial outcomes.

Technology Strategy Development:

Collaborate closely with the Corporate Systems CIO to develop the overall technology financial strategy. Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making and ensure alignment between financial goals and technology initiatives.

Decision Support:

Partner with Corporate Systems IT leaders to ensure their understanding of financials and support them in making informed decisions. Provide financial analysis and insights to aid in decision-making processes, including business cases, investment analysis, and resource allocation. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Minimum of 3-7 years of experience in FP&A or related roles, preferably within the technology industry. Strong proficiency in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Experience in financial analysis, reporting, and variance analysis. Knowledge of cost benefit analysis and project financial performance reporting. Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development of business strategies and technology initiatives. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software systems. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

The ideal candidate for the FP&A team is a highly analytical and strategic-minded professional with a strong background in financial planning, analysis, and forecasting. They possess a deep understanding of financial management principles, including budgeting and forecasting processes. The ideal candidate is skilled in analyzing financial data, preparing comprehensive reports, and providing insights into financial performance. They have experience in conducting cost benefit analysis and possess excellent financial modeling skills. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and possesses strong problem-solving abilities. They have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. A solid understanding of the technology industry and the ability to align financial goals with technology strategies are essential. The ideal candidate is driven, strategic, and is able to provide valuable financial insights to support decision-making processes.