Provide visibility for GMF operating expenses
Perform monthly reviews of actual costs to facilitate a comparison against budget and forecast data
Report on monthly financials to support management reporting on a monthly basis
Provide month end close support, serving as key liaison between Finance and Corporate Accounting groups
Participate in establishing and defining the annual budget plan for several countries across the organization
Analyze financial information, including trends and forecasts
Develop, evaluate, and monitor short/long term corporate forecasting models
Analyze monthly/quarterly/yearly financial results and communicate important trends and measurements
Create various balance sheet, revenue, and expense forecasts for disclosures and business scenarios
Perform variance analysis and research to explain any differences
Assist in the creation of the annual corporate budget
Maintain thorough knowledge of financial data/information sources
Prepare ad hoc analysis for management
Support the Financial Planning Analysis Manager or AVP Forecasting, Planning, and Analysis by performing special projects such as analysis of trends and investigation of specific issues.

Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access) or like products.
Working knowledge of Corporate Finance and Accounting.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting financial documents.
Advanced Excel skills (i.e., recording and debugging macros, charting, pivot tables).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to use historical trends to develop dynamic budgeting and forecasting models.
Basic knowledge of data mining tools such as Access, SAS, and SQL.
Knowledge of financial models and tools such as NPV, IRR, etc.
Ability to work efficiently and effectively.
Normal office environment.
Flexible schedule with possibility of working long hours.
1-3 years business experience preferably in Financial Planning and Analysis or Accounting Pref
Bachelor’s Degree Finance or Accounting or related field Required

Financial Analyst I – Financial Planning and Analysis

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