FINANCIAL PROJECT ANALYST

Job Description

Job Description

About NationMind LLC:
NationMind LLC is a technology consulting firm focused on software development and QA testing services. We help clients build reliable, scalable applications with a strong emphasis on automation, performance, and quality. Our team works across industries, delivering solutions that drive innovation and operational efficiency. We are currently hiring skilled professionals for FINANCIAL PROJECT ANALYST to join our growing team.

Must have 10+ yrs of experience

Work location: 2 Broadway, NYC
12 Months Work hours: 37.50

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.

II. 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 invoices, wireless plans and wireless equipment purchases from all carriers, budget variances/ expense reports for the department; Analyze report 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 variances reports
Establish/optimize preparation of reports, and analyses in areas such as Machine-to-Machine accounts, forecasts, expense reports, and business forecasts
Establish/Optimize preparation status reports on in-process and completed projects. To indicate if projects are within budget parameters from both a dollar and time perspective.
Establish/Optimize process to prepare and evaluate mid-year and year-end forecasts, monitor spending, and secure rollover of unspent funds
Establish/Optimize process to track planned and actual expenses in support of the annual budget process
Establish/Optimize process to Investigate and resolve overcharges and anomalies found during audit and analysis of wireless vendors accounts

III. QUALIFICATIONS
Experience and Education Requirements
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
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 is 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 communications skills
PeopleSoft Finance Modules
ServiceNow Reporting Modules

Budget Development, Forecasting and Projection skills

Strong analytical skills/ Communication Skills

Cost benefit analysis /ROI

Invoice auditing and analysis

Tracking

Budget and project spend tracking

Information Technology

Understand and be abreast new technology