Senior Financial Analyst

*PLEASE NOTE: This role requires the candidate to be in or near Charlotte, NC. In-office presence is required three days a week. Additionally, this position does not offer visa sponsorship.*

Responsibilities:

• The Senior Financial Analyst is tasked with ensuring the accuracy of monthly financial reports, facilitating and maintaining accurate real-time forecasts. This role also plays a crucial part in the annual planning process, maintaining long-term models, and generating relevant, actionable insights into ongoing business trends.

• Develops, enhances, and maintains financial analysis, budgets, and forecasts in support of various cost centers, including monthly headcount and expense reporting to provide clear visibility into operational costs and workforce planning.

• Responsible for preparing weekly reporting of performance and underlying business trends, as well as monthly headcount and expense summaries to track financial health and organizational growth.

• Supports business line management by assisting in the evaluation of new strategic initiatives, including financial modeling, due diligence, and the assessment of potential impacts on monthly expenses and workforce requirements.

• Utilizes the capabilities of the corporate data warehouse and the various software suites used throughout the Company to support monthly, quarterly, and annual analysis and reporting, with a specific focus on headcount and expense management.

Experience / Training / Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related program is required.

• MBA preferred.

• 2+ years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis, preferably with a public company, with a proven track record in managing headcount and expense reporting.

• Previous experience supporting Marketing and/or Product functions is highly desirable, with a focus on cost management and efficiency.

• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), with particular emphasis on expense classification and headcount management.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Computer skills: Advanced MS Excel (with proficiency in managing spreadsheets for headcount and expense tracking), advanced MS PowerPoint, intermediate MS Word, intermediate MS Outlook, Hyperion Essbase.

• Excellent statistical analysis skills, with the ability to research and analyze various types of data, including headcount and financial expenditures.

• Ability to effectively prioritize workload and manage changes in direction, particularly in relation to financial planning and cost management.

• Effective oral and written communication skills, especially in presenting and explaining complex headcount and expense reports to stakeholders.

• Ability to interpret and apply required policies and procedures, with a keen understanding of their implications on financial reporting and organizational budgeting.

ABOUT LENDINGTREE


LendingTree is the nation's leading online lending marketplace. We connect consumers with multiple lenders so they can easily compare options and find the right fit - from mortgages and personal loans to credit, savings, and insurance products.


Our founder, Doug Lebda, started LendingTree in 1996 after his own frustrating house-hunting experience. What began as a simple idea to make loan shopping easier has grown into a platform that empowers millions of people to make smarter financial decisions every day.


What else you should know:

• We're a publicly traded company (NASDAQ: TREE).

• We've welcomed several other companies into the LendingTree family to expand our reach and capabilities.

• We've built the LendingTree app and My LendingTree dashboard to give consumers tools to manage and monitor their financial health.

• We're also committed to giving back - through philanthropic programs, volunteer opportunities, and partnerships that strengthen the communities where we live and work.

OUR CULTURE


We're a collaborative, entrepreneurial team that values curiosity, creativity, and getting things done together. Our teammates are some of the brightest, most driven people you'll meet - and we celebrate innovation, inclusion, and ownership. At LendingTree, you'll find an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives make us stronger. We believe in working hard and supporting one another - with the flexibility and trust that help you thrive both personally and professionally.


We're proud to offer generous benefits, wellness programs, and time-off policies designed to help you recharge, stay healthy, and bring your best self to work every day. And yes - we still have fun doing it (our "GSD - Get Stuff Done" award is a fan favorite!)


Come grow with us, make an impact, and be part of a company that truly cares about its people and its community.


LendingTree is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion (or creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.


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