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Company Description
Experian is a global company in data services, helping organizations and consumers manage risk and make informed decisions. We empower individuals and businesses at important life moments, from purchasing a home to expanding customer bases. With over 125 years of experience, we specialize in data gathering, analysis, and fraud prevention. Our 21,700 employees across 30 countries are dedicated to innovation and creating opportunities for a better tomorrow. Recently ranked the fifth-best company to work for in Costa Rica, we prioritize inclusive culture, employee well-being, and career development. Join us at www.experian.com/careers to be part of our team.
Job Description
The FP&A Team in Costa Rica is looking for a Team Lead to manage a local team and support Cost Management activities for the Commercial Finance organization. This is a critical role with high visibility to senior leaders across the company. You will collaborate with finance teams to lead the success of cost optimization plans, alongside traditional FP&A deliverables. You will report to the Sr Manager - Cost.
Main Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a Costa Rica-based FP&A team of 3–6 individuals, overseeing daily deliverables, setting performance indicators, and ensuring agreement on our goals in cost planning, tracking, and reporting.
- Manage and deliver accurate cost forecasts and analysis to support strategic decision-making, while contributing to ad hoc projects aimed at improving cost structures and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with senior finance leaders to align cost strategies with our goals, reporting directly to the Costa Rica FP&A Senior Manager.
- Oversee main FP&A processes with a focus on revenue, including month-end close, monthly forecasting, and partnering with the Commercial Finance Manager on annual budgeting and long-range planning. Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support.
- Promote collaboration with leaders in product, sales, strategic pricing, billing, and other teams to evaluate business opportunities and enhance revenue forecasting and reporting accuracy.
- Promote continuous improvement in revenue analysis and reporting processes, standardize financial models, and use tools like Salesforce and Tableau to enhance insights and forecasting accuracy.
Qualifications
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
- Professional Experience: 8+ years of progressive finance experience, including month-end processes, forecasting, reporting modeling, GL and budget management. Experienced in supporting finance professionals with customer service skills.
- Analytical and Accounting Proficiency: Experience in financial reporting, account reconciliation, working in large datasets, and P&L analysis with knowledge of accounting principles.
- Presentation Competence: Experience communicating analytical findings for a range of different audiences being able to work with all organizational levels, including senior leaders.
- Advanced English level and proficiency in Excel (can perform complex functions) and familiar with financial systems and tools such as Oracle, OBIEE, Tableau, Salesforce, Hyperion Planning/Essbase and SmartView.
- Availability to support US Pacific Time zone business hours.
Additional Information
- Benefits/Perks:
Our benefits include: Medical, life and dental insurance, Asociacion Solidarista, International Share Save Plan, Flex Work/Work from home, Paid time off, Annual Performance Bonus, Education Reimbursement, Family Bonding, Bereavement Leave, Referral Program, and more.
- This is a fully remote job opportunity. #LI-Remote
- Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian’s culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering… the list goes on. Experian’s people first approach is award-winning; Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian’s DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
