Analyst - Commercial Finance

Our storyStrada is a technology-enabled people powered company committed to delivering world-class payroll human capital management and financial management solutions to organizations globally With a team of more than 8 000 experts and over 30 years of expertise Strada blends leading-edge technology with human ingenuity to help businesses across the globe design and deliver at scale Supporting over 1 400 customers in 33 countries Strada partners with customers at every stage of their journey to help drive their vision forward Its why were so driven to connect passion with purpose Our teams experience in human insights and cloud technology gives companies and employees around the world the ability to power confident decisions for life With a comprehensive total rewards package continuing education and training and tremendous potential with a growing global organization Strada is the perfect place to put your passion to work To learn more about us visitRole and Responsibilities Contract Managemento Must be able to interpret complex contract termso Able to unpack deal model and enter deal model data into financial tools and tie deal model info back to signed contractso Create calc tools forecast files based on client contractso Maintain SLA Calculationso Aid in contract renewal discussionso Ability to read complex contracts and understand the financial terms and schedules xc2 xb7 Forecasting and Annual Budgetingo Responsible for developing implementing monthly baseline operating plan at the beginning of each year Detailed Bottoms-up Plan o Responsible for executing forecasting process on a monthly basis for revenue and estimated Variable Margins o Manage forecasts for Contract Terms not just individual fiscal years and meet all quarterly forecast and annual Plan deadlines o Budget Forecast revenue costs for specified P L through use of metrics historical trending reviews and close working relationships with business partnerso Review P L understand all activity and provide driver and account based variance analysiso Organize and lead monthly financial reviews with business partners and internal financial leadershipo Financial risk opportunity tracking and reportingo Supervise creation and correct set up of all necessary financial tools and templateso Create and update pricing models as neededo Processing needed journal entries re-classes accruals o Ad-hoc financial support xc2 xb7 Month End Processo Manage month end close working closely with revenue assurance group as needed tasks include but not limited to o Validate Revenue is submitted accuratelyo Variance Analysiso Expense Accrualso Topside Entrieso Project forecast updates for R Os xc2 xb7 Reportingo Able to use Workday Adaptive Insight to create and maintain P L reports for Client BU Lead reviewo Ad hoc P L reporting as neededo Present financial data to the Business xc2 xb7 Pricingo Create Pricing modeler for each client teamo Validate pricing meets DoAo Aid in additional Pricing requests as needed for items not related to Deal Team pricing o Able to provide detailed concise analysis on client P Ls reporting and pricing to guide client teams and Client execs on driving improved marginso Analyst in this position is highly independent and requires only minimal supervision Requirements xc2 xb7 3 years of finance experience working in a financial analyst role xc2 xb7 Experience in Project accounting Corporate FP A analysis xc2 xb7 Strong business acumen e g ability to interpret evaluate and apply financial data information to business decisions xc2 xb7 Proficiency in financial analysis and financial models xc2 xb7 Must be able to work independently xc2 xb7 Must demonstrate good critical thinking and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines xc2 xb7 Must have a basic understanding of GAAP and SOX compliance xc2 xb7 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills xc2 xb7 Ability to consult effectively with senior level managers and clients on various financial issues while xc2 xb7 Experience with financial systems Workday and Adaptive Insight a big plus xc2 xb7 Excellent communication skills verbal and written able to clearly articulate thoughts issues concerns risks opportunities otherBenefitsWe offer programs and plans for a healthy mind body wallet and life because its important our benefits care for the whole person Options include a variety of health coverage options wellbeing and support programs retirement vacation and sick leave maternity paternity adoption leave continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options By applying for a position with Strada you understand that should you be made an offer it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Stradas employment policies Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position SSN SIN validation education verification employment verification and criminal check search against global sanctions and government watch lists credit check and or drug test You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position Our commitment to Diversity and InclusionStrada is committed to diversity equity and inclusion We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued respected and supported We know that diverse teams are stronger more innovative and more successful At Strada we welcome and embrace all individuals regardless of their background and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive Join us in building a brighter more inclusive future Diversity Policy StatementStrada is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex race color religion creed national origin ancestry age physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy marital or domestic partner status citizenship military or veteran status sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression genetic information or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal state or local law In addition we take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of qualified minorities women disabled persons disabled veterans and other covered veterans Strada provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs practices and observances unless doing so would result in undue hardship Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation modification by contacting his her recruiter Authorization to work in the Employing CountryApplicants for employment in the country in which they are applying Employing Country must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Strada Note this job description does not restrict management s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities including but not limited to subsidiaries partners or purchasers of Strada business units We offer you a competitive total rewards package continuing education training and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization DISCLAIMER Nothing in this job description restricts management s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities including but not limited to subsidiaries partners or purchasers of Alight business units We offer you a competitive total rewards package continuing education training and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization DISCLAIMER Nothing in this job description restricts management s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities including but not limited to subsidiaries partners or purchasers of Alight business units