Job description
At Skillsoft, we propel organizations and people to grow together through transformative learning experiences. We believe every team member has the potential to be AMAZING. Join us in our quest to transform learning and help individuals unleash their edge.
Job Purpose: To provide financial analysis and support to the commercial business functions and senior management team.
As a Commercial Finance Senior Analyst, your primary responsibility will be to provide financial analysis and support to the commercial business functions and senior management team. In this role, you will be required to develop and maintain financial models and forecasts that support business decisions and strategic planning. You will analyze financial data and provide insights to support commercial business functions in achieving their financial targets.
You will be expected to prepare and present financial reports and analysis to the senior management team, providing insights into the financial performance of the business and identifying opportunities for improvement. You will also be required to collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue growth. Additionally, you will manage financial processes and systems to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data, providing leadership and guidance to junior finance analysts.
To be successful in this role, you will need to have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling. Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards is essential, and the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment is critical. Overall, this is a challenging and rewarding role that requires strong financial and business acumen, as well as excellent communication and leadership skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts to support business decisions and strategic planning. Analyze financial data and provide insights to support commercial business functions in achieving financial targets. Prepare and present financial reports and analysis to senior management team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue growth. Provide financial analysis and support for new business initiatives, including investments, acquisitions, and partnerships. Manage financial processes and systems to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data. Provide leadership and guidance to junior finance analysts.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or accounting. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling. Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
MORE ABOUT SKILLSOFT:
Skillsoft delivers online learning, training, and talent solutions to help organizations unleash their edge. Leveraging immersive, engaging content, Skillsoft enables organizations to unlock the potential in their best assets – their people – and build teams with the skills they need for success. Empowering 36 million learners and counting, Skillsoft democratizes learning through an intelligent learning experience and a customized, learner-centric approach to skills development with resources for Leadership Development, Business Skills, Technology & Development, Digital Transformation, and Compliance.
Skillsoft is partner to thousands of leading global organizations, including many Fortune 500 companies. The company features three award-winning systems that support learning, performance and success: Skillsoft learning content, the Percipio intelligent learning experience platform, which offers measurable impact across the entire employee lifecycle. Learn more at www.skillsoft.com.
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