Lead Transformation Advisor

Cogeco•Quincy, MA

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

Position Summary: Cogeco is actively seeking a Financial Analyst to join our Finance team! This role will report to the Senior Director, FP&A Finance Business Partners. The right candidate will build strong partnerships across the organization, track and report on financial performance as well as provide analysis to support opportunities. This role will be highly visible and cross functional with exposure to the senior leadership team. Candidates should be detail oriented, possess a natural curiosity, and be driven to make an impact as a trusted advisor to the business.

Requirements

3-7 years experience working in a Finance related role (industry experience not required)
Undergraduate degree in a business-related field with an emphasis in finance and/or accounting (CPA or Master’s degree a plus)
Proficient with accounting principles, financial terms, budgets, and financial reports
High degree of maturity, honesty, trust and integrity
Ability to partner with all levels of an organization
Self starter, creative thinker with solid analytical problem solving skills
Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy
Excellent time management and interpersonal skills
Strong and effective communication skills (both oral and written)
Proficient with Google and Microsoft suite
Proficient with Financial Systems (Workday experience a plus)

Responsibilities

Lead/support budget, forecasts and business plans through collaboration with internal stakeholders within the larger Account and Finance team as well as across the organization
Partner with assigned business functions to track financial performance, provide financial information/updated forecasts, and compile analysis to help guide decision making and set strategy
Research and communicate monthly/quarterly variances in preparation for month-end close meetings highlighting risks and opportunities
Build business relationships and implement various initiatives in collaboration with operational teams to understand costs, optimize them, and ensure they represent the best investment for Cogeco.
Build and improve business models as part of Business Transformation processes
Create presentation materials to effectively communicate results and action.
Attend weekly/bi-weekly staff meetings communicating applicable financial topics with a focus on proactivity
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive short- and long-term objectives
Facilitates ongoing compliance with internal procedures, policies and best financial practices
Complete other projects and analyses as assigned or as needs are recognized
10-15% travel as necessary for projects and priorities