Senior Strategic Analyst

The Senior Strategic Analyst works in our Finance division, developing and monitoring strategic objectives and key initiatives as part of a corporate strategy team that works directly with senior leadership. This role provides insights and information-based context for key stakeholders in the business unit to effectively manage, influence, and impact strategy. Uses quantitative and qualitative analysis to provide thought-leadership on evolving industry trends, market developments, regulatory environment, and macroeconomic trends at the business unit and corporate levels. Strategic Execution/Monitoring Evaluate progress towards strategic objectives and potential risks to strategic goals using a balanced scorecard approach; this includes maintenance of a strategic tracking system Provide appropriate visibility of progress to senior leadership in order to maintain focus, improve prioritization, and catalyze necessary decision making Business Planning/Strategic Development Assist with development of business unit-specific strategies in collaboration with senior leadership Build and/or maintain complex financial and operational models Work effectively with qualitative and quantitative data to form strategic insights related to profitability, growth, and productivity Convey findings in a cohesive story, including summarizing insights from analysis, identifying next steps and developing implementation plans. This includes publishing formal business plans annually Provide research and analytical support for enterprise level strategy and/or initiatives Here's What We're Looking For Bachelor's OR Master's Degree in Business, Finance/Accounting, Economics, or another related discipline is required. 7-10+ years of experience in data/analytics, strategy consulting, or related business experience. Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management, most critically executives and senior leadership. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to build credibility as a "peer" across all levels. Financial acumen – Understanding and experience applying corporate finance concepts (cash flow, capital investment, ROI, payback, etc). Analytical skills – Strong quantitative background; ability to create complex and/or detailed financial and operational models and influence business decisions; experience with evaluating data quality – accuracy, completeness, organization, etc. Problem solving skills – Ability to structure ambiguous problems, think creatively, generate and test hypotheses. Presentation skills – Comfortable putting together story lines in PowerPoint. Communication skills – Ability to synthesize and convey research/analyses to senior management. Management skills – Ability to drive multiple pieces of work forward simultaneously, and achieve project objectives/deadlines as part of a team. Demonstrate and uphold our core values, which include integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation and growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr