Associate Business Planning Analyst (onsite Stamford)

JOB SUMMARY
This is an entry level position that is responsible for coordinating and monitoring budgets, re- forecasting, and analysis of operating expenses. Develops, interprets, and implements financial concepts for financial planning and control. Performs analysis to determine present and future financial performance.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively and consistently supports all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
• Under general supervision assist in preparing and reviewing reports & other analysis as required for achieving financial objectives.
• Perform analysis of data trends on operational budget spend to enable team to meet Key Performance Indicators.
• Gain understanding of financial models to forecast results.
• Utilize analysis to identify cost savings opportunities.
• Create operating expense reforecast.
• Coordinate operating expense variance analysis and reporting.
• Perform monthly review of financial statements and identify trends.
• Perform other duties as requested.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a collaborative and dynamic team environment
• Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities
• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Ability to quickly identify business problems/opportunities
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear and straightforward manner
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management and company personnel
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
• Knowledge of software applications such as Word, Excel, etc.

Required Education
Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience

Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years
Business planning/Financial analysis or related experience - 0-2

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

• Familiarity with Excel functions such as SUMIF, XLOOKUP, and pivot tables
• Experience with financial modeling in Excel

WORKING CONDITIONS
Office environment