Financial Analyst I
Job Summary
The Financial Analyst is responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and standardized analysis of subscriber activity across the subscription-to-cash lifecycle. This role supports circulation-related business areas by ensuring consistent reporting and leveraging automation to improve data efficiency. The analyst will optimize end-to-end processes by identifying standardization opportunities and partnering with cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Develop standardized analytical tools and dashboards
- Optimize processes through automation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Analyze subscription-to-cash lifecycle variances
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business
- 2+ years of analytical experience
- Advanced Excel (Power Query)
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
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.