Senior Financial Analyst at Brightspeed

Role: As a Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), you will play a crucial role in shaping the financial strategy and performance of our organization. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, FP&A, you will lead complex budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning initiatives. Your expertise in financial modeling and analysis will support strategic decision-making and business performance optimization. Collaborating cross-functionally, you will act as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, enhancing the FP&A team’s impact on the company’s success.   Impact: Advanced Financial Planning & Analysis • Lead the development and management of comprehensive budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans. • Design, build, and maintain sophisticated financial models to analyze revenue trends, cost structures, pricing strategies, headcount, and capital expenditures. • Conduct in-depth analysis of weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual business trends and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to inform strategic planning and operational decisions.Strategic Insights and Decision Support • Initiate and drive deep-dive analyses to uncover actionable insights, supporting decision-making, execution, and strategic planning initiatives. • Identify, quantify, and communicate financial risks and opportunities, providing course-corrective recommendations to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities. • Partner with key stakeholders across various business units to deliver strategic and actionable insights, accompanied by strong reporting commentary.Process Improvement and Automation • Design, develop, and implement advanced methods and strategies to continuously improve financial processes and reporting efficiency. • Leverage and optimize various software tools and platforms (e.g., Hyperion, SAP, Anaplan) for enhanced reporting and financial analytics. • Lead the integration of new financial systems and tools, ensuring seamless adoption and utilization across the FP&A team.Leadership and Mentorship • Mentor and guide junior analysts, fostering their professional growth and ensuring adherence to best practices in financial analysis and reporting. • Collaborate with the FP&A Manager to streamline workflows, enhance team productivity, and maintain high standards of financial accuracy and integrity.Reporting and Presentation • Prepare and deliver periodic and ad-hoc presentations to organizational leadership, showcasing financial performance, strategic initiatives, and key insights. • Develop comprehensive reports that highlight financial performance, variances, and trends, providing clear and concise explanations for non-financial stakeholders.