Lead Finance Analyst

Lumen is the trusted network for the AI‑powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high‑performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities. At Lumen, you’ll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what’s next, where performance, security, and resilience matter. This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you’re ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI‑ready connectivity, join us today. The Role As a Lead Finance Analyst, you will play a critical role in supporting the financial and strategic direction of a partner-driven sales organization. This position partners closely with sales, strategy, product, and finance stakeholders to deliver insights that inform key business decisions. This role is designed for a highly analytical finance professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment. You will support partner sales channels, including renewals and migrations from legacy to growth products, while driving forecasting, performance tracking, and strategic analysis. Your work will directly influence investment decisions, operational priorities, and long‑term growth strategies. Work Location Fully remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the U.S. The Main Responsibilities Provide strategic financial and analytical support to partner sales and cross‑functional stakeholders, enabling insight‑driven decision making. Develop and evaluate business cases, ROI analyses, financial models, and scenario planning to support strategic initiatives. Own forecasting, budgeting, and long‑range planning activities aligned to partner‑driven revenue streams. Analyze performance across revenue, margin, productivity, and execution metrics; translate findings into actionable insights. Design and maintain KPIs, scorecards, and performance tracking frameworks to measure business success. Partner cross‑functionally with revenue operations, sales, product, and finance teams to align insights with business priorities. Support monthly close processes and reporting, ensuring accuracy and clarity of financial results. Identify risks and opportunities across the business and proactively recommend actions. Produce executive‑ready reporting and presentations that synthesize complex data into clear recommendations. Lead and support special projects related to operational excellence, transformation initiatives, and partner strategy. Continuously enhance reporting tools, processes, and analytical frameworks to improve efficiency and impact. Act as a thought partner to leadership, providing forward‑looking insights and supporting key business discussions. What We Look For in a Candidate Qualifications Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field, or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or a related strategic finance role. Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem‑solving skills. Advanced Excel skills with the ability to synthesize data from multiple sources. Experience supporting revenue forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis. Ability to communicate complex insights clearly and effectively to senior stakeholders. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to work through ambiguity and influence cross‑functional stakeholders. Preferred: Experience supporting partner, sales, go‑to‑market, or strategy organizations. Background in technology, telecommunications, or related industries. Experience with KPI development, performance management, and executive reporting. Familiarity with SAP, SAC, Salesforce, or similar enterprise financial and data systems. Exposure to dashboarding or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI). Strong collaboration skills with the ability to influence without direct authority. Interest or exposure to emerging analytical tools, including AI‑enabled capabilities. Compensation This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges $84,629 - $112,838 in these states: AL AR AZ FL GA IA ID IN KS KY LA ME MO MS MT ND NE NM OH OK PA SC SD TN UT VT WI WV WY $88,860 - $118,480 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI $93,092 - $124,122 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short‑term incentives, long‑term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process. Learn more about Lumen's: Benefits ( Bonus Structure Life at Lumen Life at Lumen is human and connected, even in a fast moving, AI‑focused organization. We set clear expectations and trust people to meet them. With real support and shared accountability, teams collaborate better, move faster, and deliver meaningful outcomes. Our Lumen 8 behaviors guide how we interact, make decisions, and work together, shaping a culture built to perform and win. To learn more about Life at Lumen and how we live the Lumen 8, please visit: Background Screening If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page ( . Job‑related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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