Financial Analyst

This is a Full Time Job

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Financial Analyst is responsible for assisting with financial reporting and financial analysis. This includes, but is not limited to: planning and preparing activities related to budgets, forecasts and long-term plans, ad-hoc financial analysis and supporting the management team with accurate reports. The Financial Analyst reports to the Manager and interacts with all levels of SPT management team, in home-office and the territory, and with SPE Corporate Finance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

80% Financial Reporting & Analysis:
• Provide financial analysis for SPT group and other business initiatives.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc management reporting.
• Represent the Finance department in business unit-specific meetings and responsible for identifying necessary analysis and updating the department on key items of impact.
• Develop, implement and report business unit performance measures and key metrics.
• Prepare and communicate commentary monthly and quarterly for each business unit supported.
• Prepare monthly variance analysis to budget/forecasts for key management reports.
• Provide support to the accounting department during the month-end close process to explain variances.

20% Budget & Forecasting:
• Preparation of monthly flash forecasts, quarterly forecasts, annual budgets and mid-range plans, including all required corporate submissions.
• Coordinate with local offices all budget/forecast submissions and requests.
• Prepare forecasts for monthly Home Office Flash reports.
• Assist with Budget and MRP presentations.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
• Experience of 1+ year in Finance/Accounting/Economics experience is required
• Industry experience in cable, network or digital platforms, advertising sales or television is preferred with international experience also is a plus
• Fluency in English (required); Fluency in Spanish (preferred)
• Advanced skills and experience in Excel are required, including creating complex spreadsheets/advanced formulas for financial analysis
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Power BI is preferred
• SAP financial system experience is preferred
• Excellent communication, presentation and strong leadership skills are essential to this individual's success
• Effective prioritization skills and time management are essential, as well as the ability to multi-task
• Ability to make commitments and meet deadlines
• Proactive, self-starter and independent thinker
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills who can work well with all levels of employees and is comfortable/experienced working in a multicultural environment
• The ideal candidate will have a mix of financial and accounting experience, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and planning
• Knowledge of financial statement preparation and variance analysis, and experience in budget and forecast preparation

EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree with a focus on Accounting/Finance/Economics/Engineering is required

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SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.