Lead FP&A Analyst

Lumen Technologies - Boise, ID

Full-time - Mid Level

Boise, ID

Telecommunications

About the position

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 are motivated by the challenge of understanding and improving business performance through financial analysis. The analyst will be responsible for delivering insightful analysis and reporting that informs key business decisions. This role requires a hands-on approach, where the analyst will engage directly with stakeholders to communicate financial results, assess the outcomes of key initiatives, and identify opportunities for improvement. In this fast-paced environment, the Lead FP&A Analyst will conduct rigorous financial analysis, leveraging a deep understanding of the business and its performance drivers. The analyst will utilize various analytical tools and innovative thinking to generate actionable insights that guide decision-making. This includes analyzing historical data, understanding key trends, and explaining variances to targets. The role also involves collaboration with finance colleagues to enhance team skills and capabilities, ensuring that the finance function supports the broader business objectives effectively. Overall, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of Lumen while expanding personal skillsets and making a lasting impact on the organization. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and be passionate about driving financial performance and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Proactively conduct rigorous and innovative financial analysis to generate actionable insights.
• Leverage deep knowledge of the business and the drivers of business performance.
• Utilize analytical tools with innovative thinking to drive understanding of Lumen's financial performance.
• Anticipate and highlight the business decisions needed to achieve targeted portfolio results.
• Understand key trends and business levers, both forward-looking and historical, to drive decision-making.
• Analyze results and explain variance to targets.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills with a focus on financial analysis and reporting.
• Experience in business partnering and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively.
• Proficiency in analytical tools and financial modeling techniques.
• Understanding of key business performance drivers and financial metrics.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the telecommunications or technology industry.
• Familiarity with advanced data analytics tools and software.
• Strong presentation skills for communicating insights to leadership.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Inclusive workplace culture with a focus on diversity and equity.