FINANCIAL PROJECT ANALYST

Summary of the Function / Role The Telecom Services & Expense Management Unit team provides Telecom Services support, Expense and Financial management support for the organisation. The incumbent candidate will assist in establishing and optimizing processes for the Telecom Services & Expense Management Unit, including but not limited to establishing processes for management and monitoring spending, analysis, forecasting, financial planning, invoice audit and expense analysis, variance reporting and analysis, forecasting procurement requirements for new purchases, contract modifications, and vendor payments. Work Details Work location: 2 Broadway, NYC Contract length: 12 Months Work hours: 37.50 Major Responsibilities / Accountabilities In-depth experience with SQL, data analytics tools like Tableau, and the ability to work effectively with large data reports to ensure accuracy in identifying cost savings opportunities and optimizing expenditures and invoice overcharges from carriers. Establish/optimize process for the preparation and audit of invoices, wireless plans and wireless equipment purchases from all carriers, budget variances/expense reports for the department; analyze reports for data integrity. Establish/optimize process to review Cost Benefit Analyses (CBAs) and ROI. Establish/optimize process to analyze vendor expenses and compare to funding of contract. Establish/optimize process to prepare budget expense variance reports. Prepare reports and analyses in areas such as Machine-to-Machine accounts, forecasts, expense reports, and business forecasts. Prepare status reports on in-process and completed projects to indicate if projects are within budget parameters from both a dollar and time perspective. Prepare and evaluate mid-year and year-end forecasts, monitor spending, and secure rollover of unspent funds. Track planned and actual expenses in support of the annual budget process. Investigate and resolve overcharges and anomalies found during audit and analysis of wireless vendor accounts. Qualifications BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics preferred. 10+ years of experience in Telecom Services & Expense Management. Experience with project-based financial management, telecom expense management, budgeting/forecasting and/or auditing a plus. In-depth invoice analysis and audit experience. Ability to independently compile, research and perform in-depth analysis of projects and data. Excellent problem-solving skill and analytical capabilities. Prior forecasting and reporting experience required. Strong communication, analytical and data organization/interpretation skills. Proven ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines. Attention to detail and accuracy required. Superior skills with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook). Outstanding organizational and quantitative skills as well as experience managing and resolving complex resource allocation problems. Ability to perform high-volume work accurately and independently. Ability to gather business requirements and outline business needs. Ability to perform financial analysis using various financial system. Excellent written and oral communication skills. PeopleSoft Finance Modules knowledge. ServiceNow Reporting Modules knowledge. Budget development, forecasting and projection skills. Strong analytical and communication skills. Cost benefit analysis / ROI knowledge. Invoice auditing and analysis experience. Tracking experience. Budget and project spend tracking experience. Information Technology knowledge. Understanding and staying abreast of new technology. #J-18808-Ljbffr NATIONMIND LLC