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McGraw Hill · 2 hours ago

Sr. Financial Analyst

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$71K/yr - $110K/yr

5+ years exp

McGraw Hill is dedicated to delivering digital learning experiences that transform education for learners and educators. The Senior Financial Analyst will provide financial and operational support, focusing on reporting and analysis for various financial metrics while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance business performance.

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Responsibilities

Performs monthly financial reporting tasks, monthly forecasting, and annual budgeting activities

Supports the product teams by compiling financial information; provides guidance and oversight on profitability of products, historical trends, and adoption analysis

Reports and monitors actual and budget data in a timely and accurate manner

Performs variance analysis and identifies drivers of business performance; presents analysis to senior partners and provides in-depth reviews

Participates in ad-hoc reporting, initiatives, and analysis

Investigates discrepancies and provides recommendations requiring specialized analysis

Develop strong working partnerships among other Analysts and throughout the finance, and product actively assume a leadership and ownership role in process improvements in order to improve the quality and accuracy of financial information provided within the business unit

Develop detailed financial and analytical models to improve transparency into business performance

Evaluate the financial and strategic impact of new business opportunities including business development strategies, new product and service offerings, large customer proposals, and sales and marketing plans

Develops detailed reports and summaries to analyze and describe financial activity and assists line management in interpreting results as well as predicting future activity. Establish objectives, plans and metrics for the business finance department to ensure planned revenue profits are achieved

Qualification

Financial reportingBudgetingForecastingAnalytical skillsMicrosoft OfficeTableauPower BIDetail orientationInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTime management

Required

Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Accounting/Finance

5+ years related experience in financial reporting, planning, forecasting, analysis, and month-end close

In depth knowledge and understanding of financial and business planning, budgeting and forecasting processes

Adapts well to fast-paced environment and rapidly changing priorities and activities

Advanced experience with Microsoft Office tools, and analytics skills utilizing tableau and power BI

Exhibits initiative and ability to work effectively with minimal supervision

Excellent detail-orientation with ability to multitask and respond to competing priorities

Ability to contribute constructively in team-oriented environment with rapidly changing priorities and time pressures

Proficient in project timeline control, yet flexible and willing to adapt to changing deadlines if necessary

Ability to take initiative and prioritize tasks with exceptional time-management skills

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral with ability to communicate complex business information to a range of audiences

Ability to train/mentor others

Benefits

An annual bonus plan may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical and/or other benefits, depending on the position offered.