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We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to play a key role in the Finance team supporting the Cengage Academic US HED teams. Responsibilities include forecasting, reporting, and variance analysis for prepub investment; update and maintain key financial metrics; and financial and operational support in pursuit of strategic drivers of value.

The incumbent should have proven interpersonal skills with a track record of establishing collaborative business relationships with cross functional teams within an organization; the ability to manage and use large volumes of data within analyses along with using existing resources to problem solve; and have effective communication skills to work with all levels of management and staff.

This role will report to the VP, Financial Planning & Analysis

Where you'll work: This is a hybrid role for candidates who are located within commutable distance to either our Mason OH or Boston MA offices.

What you'll do here:

Performs monthly financial reporting tasks, quarterly forecasting and annual planning activities

Supports the product team by compiling financial information to provide guidance and oversight on product profitability, historical trends, and adoption analysis

Perform in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, risks and opportunities for the Business Unit, providing actionable recommendations to leadership

Collaborate with BU leadership to understand key operational drivers and their impact on financial performance

Act as a liaison with Corporate FP&A and FP&A Center of Excellence, ensuring alignment on financial targets, forecasts, variance analysis, and reporting requirements

Reports and monitors actual and budget data with focus on key business performance drivers

Provides guidance with product set up and new copyright List support

Participates in ad-hoc reporting, initiatives and analysis

Skills you will need here:

Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Accounting/Finance, or Quantitative subject areas required

3+ years related experience in financial reporting, planning, forecasting, analysis, and month-end close

Adapts well to fast-paced environment and constantly-evolving priorities and activities, and exhibits strong analytics and critical thinking skills

Advanced experience with Microsoft Office tools, specifically Excel, Access, and PowerPoint required

Experience with PowerPivot, Tableau, Smartsheets, PowerBI and other data visualization tools a plus

Experience with financial reporting and planning software and general ledger systems (JD Edwards, Hyperion Essbase -Smartview, Oracle Data Warehouse)

Cengage Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. You may view Cengage’s EEO/Affirmative Action Policy signed by CEO Michael Hansen and Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law notice by visiting their corresponding links.

Cengage Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations.ta@cengage.com or you may call us at +1 (617) 289-7917.

About Cengage Group

Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Compensation

At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards Philosophy.

The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location.  Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.