Job Location – Miami, FL
Type – Contract (4 Months)
Rate – $45.00 – $55.00 Per Hour
Job Description
- Project based Financial Analyst
- More of the hands-on/transactional items, pulling data, analyzing data
- Mid level, not a senior role
- Accounting background needed
- Spanish speaking is highly preferred
- Platforms: Excel, SAP
Responsibilities
80% Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Provide financial analysis for business initiatives.
- Assist with special projects and ad hoc management reporting.
- Represent the Finance department in business unit-specific meetings and responsible for identifying necessary analysis and updating the department on key items of impact.
- Develop, implement and report business unit performance measures and key metrics.
- Prepare and communicate commentary monthly and quarterly for each business unit supported. Prepare monthly variance analysis to budget/forecasts for key management reports.
- Provide support to the accounting department during the month-end close process to explain variances.
20% Budget & Forecasting:
- Preparation of monthly flash forecasts, quarterly forecasts, annual budgets and mid-range plans, including all required corporate submissions.
- Coordinate with local offices all budget/forecast submissions and requests.
- Prepare forecasts for monthly Home Office Flash reports.
- Assist with Budget and MRP presentations.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENT
Education:
- A bachelor’s degree with a focus on Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Engineering is required
Experience:
- 1+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, or Economics is required
- Industry experience in cable, network, digital platforms, advertising sales, or television is preferred. International experience is a plus
Language Skills:
- Fluency in English is required
- Fluency in Spanish is preferred
Technical Skills:
- Basic knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards (e.g., GAAP or IFRS) to ensure proper reporting and adherence to policies
- Advanced proficiency in Excel is required, including experience with complex spreadsheets and advanced formulas for financial analysis
- Proficiency in PowerPoint is preferred
- Experience with SAP financial systems is preferred
Soft Skills:
- Ability to clearly communicate financial data and trends to non-financial stakeholders
- Effective time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks
- Ability to meet commitments and deadlines
Work Style:
- A proactive self-starter with the ability to think independently
- Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail, capable of identifying issues and proposing practical solutions
- Flexibility to take on multiple projects and support various departments with financial insights and analysis
- A team player with strong interpersonal skills, comfortable working in a multicultural environment