Clear Channel Outdoor

Sr. Financial Analyst

Clear Channel Outdoor Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

Advertising Services · 1,001-5,000 employees

Nov 02
financial-analyst Mid (2-5 yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports and analyses covering sales, revenue, expenses, and capital spending, and investigate variances while recommending corrective actions. Track project budgets, spending, commitments, and forecasts; reconcile capital invoices and documentation; and partner with Finance, Accounting, Business Development, Sales, Project Managers, and Operations to support decisions and improve processes.

What they look for

Financial Analysis Financial Reporting Budget Tracking Capital Budgeting Variance Analysis Cost Accounting Financial Planning Data Validation Process Improvement Advanced Excel Microsoft Office Workday OfficeConnect Communication Problem Solving Cross-Functional Collaboration

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or an equivalent combination of education, training, experience, or military experience, is required, along with at least two years of directly related accounting or finance experience. Strong analytical, reporting, communication, and process-improvement abilities are required, as is proficiency with Microsoft applications and advanced Excel; financial operations, capital budgets, Workday, OfficeConnect, and advertising or media industry experience are preferred.

Full description

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Clear Channel Outdoor

Job Summary:

This position supports the finance team through recurring reporting, ad hoc analysis, and capital project tracking. Reporting and analysis are primarily internally focused and cover sales, revenue, expenses, and capital spending at the team and business unit levels. The role partners with Accounting, Business Development, Project Managers, Sales and Operations to support informed decisions, monitor project performance, and improve financial processes. Provides financial planning, reporting, and analytical support to the Finance Managers, with a focus on business performance, cost accounting, capital budgets, project spend tracking, and contractual requirements.

Job Responsibilities

  • Provides financial analysis and consulting at the branch, team, and market level, interpreting financial and operational data and directly supporting the Finance Managers.
  • Prepares and distributes analytical and performance tracking reports to sales and operational team leaders.
  • Manages assigned reporting processes, investigates variances, recommends actions, and follows issues through resolution.
  • Develops process improvements to track key operating metrics and support financial planning tools, partnering with Accounting and IT to ensure accurate data collection and reporting.
  • Performs ad hoc research and presents evaluations, proposals, and recommendations to leadership, including financial information and competitor performance analysis for Business Development business reviews.
  • Tracks capital budgets, actual spending, remaining commitments, and forecasted completion costs by project and market.
  • Reviews and reconciles capital invoices and supporting documentation with Accounting and project teams, including documentation needed to demonstrate contractual capital compliance.
  • Compares project spending and financial performance with approved budgets and proformas, explains variances, and recommends follow-up actions.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent combination of education, training, experience, or military experience.

Work Experience

  • Two (2) or more years of directly related experience in an accounting or financial role required.
  • Experience with financial operations and capital budgets preferred.
  • Experience with an advertising agency, media vendor, and/or related industries preferred.

Skills

  • Demonstrates ability to prepare accurate, timely financial reports and analyses, validate data, and maintain supporting documentation.
  • Strong analytical and process improvement skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint), with advanced Excel skills such as lookups and pivot tables.
  • Experience with Workday suite and OfficeConnect plug-in preferred.

Competencies

  • Accounting and Financial Systems, Processes and Technology: Uses financial management and reporting systems effectively and improves financial and administrative processes to support accurate reporting and the effectively.
  • Achievement Orientation: Focuses efforts on meeting challenges and achieving high-quality results consistent with the organization’s goals.
  • Action Oriented: Proactively takes ownership, addresses challenges, and follows through on commitments.
  • Collaboration & Teamwork: Works effectively across departments, shares knowledge, and supports common goals.
  • Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and effectively gets message across.
  • Problem Solving: Analyzes financial data, identifies root causes, recommends and implements practical solutions.
  • Technical Aptitude: Learns and applies financial systems and technology to improve reporting, analysis, and efficiency.
  • Time Management: Uses time effectively and efficiently, prioritizes responsibilities, and meets deadlines.

Physical Demands

The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Employee must have the ability to sit and/or stand at a desk for a minimum of eight (8) hours a day and complete tasks requiring repetitive use of hands.
  • Employee must have the ability to lift and move items up to 15 pounds.
  • Employee must have the ability to see written documents and computer screens, and to adjust focus.
  • This job is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.

Location

Allentown, PA: 7450 Tilghman Street, Suite 104, 18106

Position Type                                                                                             

Regular

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

 

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