Associate Manager, Enterprise Expense Optimization

Job Classification:Project Mgmt, Transformation & Strategy - Project Mgmt, Transformation & StrategyThe Associate Manager, Enterprise Expense Optimization supports the financial analysis, tracking and reporting of the initiatives supporting Enterprise Expense Optimization, and the Enterprise Management System (EMS). This role partners with Finance, Technology, and other business stakeholders to track and validate savings, build automated reporting and analytics, and keep data accurate and decision ready.The Associate Manager plays a key role in turning expense data into management insights, strengthening financial governance, and applying data, automation, and AI tools to drive expense discipline and operational efficiency across the organization.Key ResponsibilitiesExpense Analytics & Financial PlanningBuild and maintain financial models to size, forecast, and track savings initiatives.Partner with Finance teams to collect, validate, and reconcile savings data to the general ledger, plan, and forecast.Monitor benefits realization against targets, explain variances, and support budget and multi-year forecast cycles.EMS Management & EnablementSupport the administration, maintenance, and ongoing enhancement of the EMS Anaplan model, including configuration, user access, and data controls.Maintain EMS data integrity through regular reconciliations, data-quality checks, and issue resolution.Support EMS rollout and adoption across business units including user training and documentation.Assist in the delivery of EMS-based reporting and analysis for Finance and business leaders.Data, Automation & ReportingDesign and maintain automated dashboards and reporting (e.g., Power BI) to support leadership reviews and decision making.Identify opportunities to automate manual processes using low-code tools (e.g., Power Automate) and AI-enabled solutions (e.g., Microsoft Copilot).Governance & Executive InsightsAssist in the preparation of executive-ready financial summaries, dashboards, and presentation materials.Support monthly and quarterly governance reviews with clear, data-driven financial insights.Maintain documentation of initiative financial impacts, key assumptions, and decisions.QualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or related field.2-5 years of experience in finance, FP&A, financial systems, data analytics, consulting, or related roles.Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling.Advanced Excel skills and experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn complex data into clear insights.Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.PreferredExperience in financial services, insurance, or asset management.Experience administering or supporting expense management, or financial planning systems (e.g., Oracle, Anaplan).Experience with automation and AI tools (e.g., Power Automate, Microsoft Copilot).Exposure to expense management or cost transformation.What we offer you:Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $89,000.00 to $147,000.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills.Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level. Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave. 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%). Company-funded pension plan. Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs. Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development. Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs. Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period).Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week. Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. To maintain the integrity and security of our hiring process, Prudential may use identity verification technologies. Your consent will be obtained before any verification takes place.If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. If you are experiencing a technical issue with your application or an assessment, please email View email address on click.appcast.io to request assistance.SummaryLocation: Newark, NJ, USAType: Full time