Specialist - Commercial Finance

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At Strada, possibility isn't just a promise – it's the foundation of everything we do. We believe in unlocking potential for every colleague, creating a journey of growth, discovery, and impact.

With the support, resources, and opportunities we provide, you'll build a fulfilling future – working on meaningful projects that span industries and regions, contributing to outcomes that matter.

Strada is a people, payroll, and technology leader simplifying international workforce management. Operating in 180+ countries, we design and deliver people-first solutions powered by cloud-based technology – helping organizations grow and enabling workforces to perform at their best.

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Main Responsibilities 

Contract Management

o Must be able to interpret complex contract terms

o Able to unpack deal model and enter deal model data into financial tools and tie deal model info back to signed contracts

o Create calc tools/forecast files based on client contracts

o Maintain SLA Calculations

o Aid in contract renewal discussions

o Ability to read complex contracts and understand the financial terms and schedules

Forecasting and Annual Budgeting

o 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 partners

o Review P&L, understand all activity and provide driver and account based variance analysis

o Organize and lead monthly financial reviews with business partners and internal financial leadership

o Financial risk & opportunity tracking and reporting

o Supervise creation and correct set up of all necessary financial tools and templates

o Create and update pricing models as needed

o Processing needed journal entries (re-classes & accruals)

o Ad-hoc financial support

Month End Process

o Manage month end close, working closely with revenue assurance group as needed, tasks include but not limited to:

o Validate Revenue is submitted accurately

o Variance Analysis

o Expense Accruals

o Topside Entries

o Project forecast updates for R&Os

Reporting

o Able to use Workday & Adaptive Insight to create and maintain P&L reports for Client/BU Lead review

o Ad hoc P&L reporting as needed

o Present financial data to the Business

Pricing

o Create Pricing modeler for each client team

o Validate pricing meets DoA

o 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 margins

o Analyst in this position is highly independent and requires only minimal supervision.

At Strada, our values guide everything we do:

• Anticipate Customer Needs – We stay ahead of trends so our customers can grow and succeed.
• Own the Outcome – We take responsibility for delivering excellence and ensuring things get done right.
• Challenge Ourselves to Work Smarter – We move faster than the world around us to drive change and accomplish more.
• Empower Each Other to Solve Problems – We tackle challenges head on, ask tough questions, and collaborate to find the best solutions.
• Care About Our Work – We understand that what we do impacts millions, and we have a responsibility to get it right.

Benefits

At Strada, we support your whole self—offering a range of benefits for your health, wellbeing, finances, and future. These include health coverage, wellbeing programs, paid leave (vacation, sick, parental), retirement plans, learning opportunities, and more.

All offers are contingent on successful completion of background checks, where permitted by law and as appropriate for the role. These may include identity, education, employment, and in some cases, criminal history verification, checks against global watchlists, credit reports, and/or drug testing. You'll be informed of the specific checks applicable to your role and location during the recruitment process.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Strada is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that embracing differences strengthens our teams and drives innovation and success.

Diversity Policy Statement

Strada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting their recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

To be considered, you must have current and future work authorization in the country where you're applying, without the need for visa sponsorship by Strada.

Please note: This job description does not limit Strada's right to assign or reassign responsibilities, including to subsidiaries, partners, or future business purchasers.

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 Strada business units.