Lumen Technologies - Albany, NY
posted 3 months ago
The Lead FP&A Analyst at Lumen plays a crucial role in driving business outcomes by partnering closely with business leadership. This position is designed for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are motivated by the challenge of understanding and improving business performance. The analyst will be hands-on in delivering insightful analysis and reporting, which requires a strong analytical mindset and the ability to communicate risks and opportunities effectively. The role involves collaborating with finance colleagues and supporting teammates in enhancing their skills, thereby contributing to the overall growth and success of the organization. In this role, the Lead FP&A Analyst will proactively conduct rigorous financial analysis to generate actionable insights. This includes leveraging a deep understanding of the business and its performance drivers, utilizing analytical tools, and innovative thinking to anticipate business decisions necessary for achieving targeted results. The analyst will also be responsible for understanding key trends and business levers, analyzing results, explaining variances to targets, and building insightful reporting to monitor key financial metrics. Streamlining existing reporting processes using tools such as Excel, Power BI, and Power Query is also a key responsibility. Building strong partnerships with business stakeholders is essential. The analyst will need to establish rapport with business partners, ensuring they are focused on the levers and opportunities that will drive results. Effective communication is critical to ensure that opportunities and risks are understood and addressed proactively. Additionally, the role requires collaboration across multiple finance and business teams to share insights and drive outcomes effectively.