BrightSpeed
Manager, FP&A - Budget and Forecasting
BrightSpeed, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Company Description
At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South.
Backed by funds managed by Apollo Global Management, our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.
Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality....designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.
Check us out on the web!
Job Description
We are currently looking for a Manager, FP&A - Budget and Forecasting to join our growing team. In this role, you will support the consumer side of the business. You will manage the budgeting, forecasting, annual and long-term planning processes, develop planning models and business cases. You will assist in the development of insights and driving strategic and tactical business decisions, and proactively identifying opportunities for operational and financial improvements. You will work in a cross functional environment with all levels of leadership and highly resourceful with strong analytical skills.
As a Manager, FP&A - Budget and Forecasting, your roles and responsibilities will include:Manage the annual budget, long-term plan and quarterly forecast process for Brightspeed, covering all financial and operational aspects of revenue, expense and cashflowDevelop driver based financial models that are an integral component of the planning processWork across teams to identify and define key drivers of business performance to inform the development of financial modelsProvide insights and financial expertise in the development and assessment of business cases to drive growth and profitability for BrightspeedAnalyze business, industry and economic trends and assess impact on the business and Key Performance Indicators to identify areas of risk and opportunities and provide management with an assessment of long-term business impacts providing management with insights and recommendations to drive decisionsManage the development and enhancement of Brightspeed's new SAC planning tool automating planning models and processes currently in excelProvide forward looking views and proactively engage business leaders in discussion of gap analysis and course correction actionsAct as thought leader within the FP&A team by sharing best practices and identifying enhancement opportunities for the teamAssess the impact of strategic financial decisions and present recommendations to leadershipIdentify and assist with implementation and enhancements to financial reporting and planning systemsDesign, develop and implement methods and strategies to continually improve processesPresent to and communicate with all levels of the businessQualifications
WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or financeWell-rounded financial reporting, planning and analysis backgroundHighly adept in MS Excel with experience of building and/or maintaining complex financial modelsExperience working with planning and reporting tools such as Hyperion / Essbase, SAP, Anaplan as well as ERP and accounting systems.Excellent analytical, problem solving and communication skillsSelf-starter with demonstrated flexibility and agility in a high growth environmentExperience building strong relationships with internal business partnersBONUS POINTS FOR:
Master's Degree in accounting or financeCPA designation5+ years of experience with financial analysis in a large corporate environmentStrong telecommunications product knowledgeAbility to prepare financial and accounting records#LI-SS1
Additional Information
WHY JOIN US?
We aspire to contemporary ways of working.
Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End - East Tower in Charlotte, NC. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits.
Diversity, equity and inclusion
are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real .
When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.
Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
For all applicants, please take a moment to review our Privacy Notices:
Brightspeed's Privacy Notice for California ResidentsBrightspeed's Privacy Notice
Videos To Watchhttps://vimeo.com/681585068
At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South.
Backed by funds managed by Apollo Global Management, our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.
Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality....designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.
Check us out on the web!
Job Description
We are currently looking for a Manager, FP&A - Budget and Forecasting to join our growing team. In this role, you will support the consumer side of the business. You will manage the budgeting, forecasting, annual and long-term planning processes, develop planning models and business cases. You will assist in the development of insights and driving strategic and tactical business decisions, and proactively identifying opportunities for operational and financial improvements. You will work in a cross functional environment with all levels of leadership and highly resourceful with strong analytical skills.
As a Manager, FP&A - Budget and Forecasting, your roles and responsibilities will include:Manage the annual budget, long-term plan and quarterly forecast process for Brightspeed, covering all financial and operational aspects of revenue, expense and cashflowDevelop driver based financial models that are an integral component of the planning processWork across teams to identify and define key drivers of business performance to inform the development of financial modelsProvide insights and financial expertise in the development and assessment of business cases to drive growth and profitability for BrightspeedAnalyze business, industry and economic trends and assess impact on the business and Key Performance Indicators to identify areas of risk and opportunities and provide management with an assessment of long-term business impacts providing management with insights and recommendations to drive decisionsManage the development and enhancement of Brightspeed's new SAC planning tool automating planning models and processes currently in excelProvide forward looking views and proactively engage business leaders in discussion of gap analysis and course correction actionsAct as thought leader within the FP&A team by sharing best practices and identifying enhancement opportunities for the teamAssess the impact of strategic financial decisions and present recommendations to leadershipIdentify and assist with implementation and enhancements to financial reporting and planning systemsDesign, develop and implement methods and strategies to continually improve processesPresent to and communicate with all levels of the businessQualifications
WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or financeWell-rounded financial reporting, planning and analysis backgroundHighly adept in MS Excel with experience of building and/or maintaining complex financial modelsExperience working with planning and reporting tools such as Hyperion / Essbase, SAP, Anaplan as well as ERP and accounting systems.Excellent analytical, problem solving and communication skillsSelf-starter with demonstrated flexibility and agility in a high growth environmentExperience building strong relationships with internal business partnersBONUS POINTS FOR:
Master's Degree in accounting or financeCPA designation5+ years of experience with financial analysis in a large corporate environmentStrong telecommunications product knowledgeAbility to prepare financial and accounting records#LI-SS1
Additional Information
WHY JOIN US?
We aspire to contemporary ways of working.
Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located on the 7th floor of the new Vantage South End - East Tower in Charlotte, NC. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits.
Diversity, equity and inclusion
are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real .
When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.
Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
For all applicants, please take a moment to review our Privacy Notices:
Brightspeed's Privacy Notice for California ResidentsBrightspeed's Privacy Notice
Videos To Watchhttps://vimeo.com/681585068