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For more than 30 years, Sterling Commerce has successfully connected thousands
of the world's leading organizations so
they can collaborate better and grow faster. Our solutions enable true business
collaboration - the ability of
businesses to speak clearly across differences and work together seamlessly.
Our experience and expertise
encompass industries as diverse as retail, financial services, healthcare and
telecommunications. With 54
international offices and nearly 30,000 customers, our reach is worldwide.
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Senior Financial Analyst
| Company: Sterling Commerce |
Location: Dublin, OH |
| Status: Full Time, Employee |
Job Category: Accounting/Finance/Insurance |
| Relevant Work Experience: 2+ to 5 Years |
Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) |
| Education Level: Certification |
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Position Summary:
GENERAL SUMMARY: P rovides timely and relevant information with analysis on a consistent and predictable basis that drives organizational decision-making and attainment of goals. SCOPE OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Has an impact on revenue, expenses and profit margins.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs complex financial analyses on broad assignments with minimal supervision and occasional review of work completed.
Prepares line of business, return on investment and product line profitability analyses.
Assists with the annual budget and quarterly forecast process and the effective use of systems and tools required to support the planning process. (PeopleSoft, OutlookSoft)
Works with functional groups as a business partner to determine their financial needs. Responsible for the timely and competent analysis of budgets, forecasts, cash flow, operating results, and business plans to determine achievement of stated business objectives, rates of return, capital/cash flow etc. Performs customer, product, or market analysis as needed to support each functional area.
Provides the timely and relevant forecasts and analysis to senior management and makes recommendations for enhancing the company's profitability.
Works with executives/key contacts to plan and establish corporate operating budgets. Prepares analyses for management to explain plans and programs cost effectiveness and profitability. Keeps executive level management informed of departmental progress and problems. Prepares operating and capital expenditure budgets for review and approval.
Assists with establishing and maintaining a capital budget process and the ongoing review of proposed capital spending including ROI, NPV, payback analysis in accordance with budgets.
Assists with development of a 3-5 year Financial Model (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) reflecting company's strategic plan. Monitors and reports performance against plan. Works with management to identify risks and opportunities and required actions.
Provides support in development and implementation processes for analyzing new initiatives. Analyzes proposed business plans, new products/services programs, to determine pricing, revenue, costs and projected profitability. Performs special financial studies for management. Evaluates and analyses current or proposed funding sources and recommends most economical sources.
Works with executive management to identify and report against key performance indicators. Performs analysis of business activities and recommends required actions to meet stated business objectives.
Assists in the training of non-financial groups in the budget process and OutlookSoft tool.
Participates in Merger and Acquisition due diligence activities, ensuring the company's best interest and evaluating potential actions.
Provides standard and ad hoc analyses and reporting as needed. Assist in the design of systems and processes that enhance the accuracy and timeliness of report packages.
May provide less experienced analysts with work direction and technical assistance as necessary.
Requirements
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES : Excellent technical knowledge of budgeting/forecasting/variance analysis, cash management, and financial analysis processes. Ability to work with various levels of management to analyze financial situations and recommend solutions. Excellent analytical, written, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Microsoft office experience is required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or finance or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience : Five to seven years of experience in financial modeling and analysis.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : MBA and or CPA preferred. Data warehouse, OLAP, Accounting/Budget software experience such as PeopleSoft/ OutlookSoft is preferred.
Sterling Commerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Contact:Sterling Commerce
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| Reference Code:1527 |
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