Accounting Analyst
Job Summary
The Accounting Analyst provides accurate and standardized analysis across the subscription-to-cash lifecycle. This role leverages automation to improve data efficiency while supporting circulation-related business areas. The analyst also evaluates financial impacts of system enhancements and pricing strategies to ensure operational scalability.
Responsibilities
- Develop standardized analytical tools and reports
- Identify automation and optimization opportunities
- Partner with cross-functional teams
- Analyze subscription-to-cash variances
Required Skills
- Advanced Excel (Power Query)
- Data analysis
- Subscription/Revenue analysis
- Problem-solving
Job Details
Responsibilities:
- Assists in the development and implementation of standardized analytical tools, dashboards, and reporting, including ad hoc analysis as needed.
- Identifies opportunities to improve productivity and insight generation through automation, process optimization, and elimination of redundant activities.
- Partners with cross-functional teams including Circulation Operations, Customer Service, Marketing, and IT to support initiatives such as system migrations, billing enhancements, and reporting improvements.
- Analyzes variances within the subscription-to-cash lifecycle, including discrepancies in billing, payment application, and recognized revenue, and delivers clear root-cause explanations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 2+ years of analytical experience, preferably in circulation, subscription, or revenue analysis.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced Excel including Power Query and data analysis skills.
- Ability to synthesize large datasets into meaningful insights and recommendations.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working across teams.
- Experience in a consolidated financial environment preferred.
- Familiarity with financial planning or reporting tools.