The Finance Director, FP&A Opex is responsible for the budgeting, forecasting and analysis of more than half of Dow Jones’ operating expenses. In particular, this position manages the team that oversees finances for and partners with our most critical areas: News & Editorial, Print Operations, Facilities, Security, Legal, HR, Finance, Corporate Communications, Business Operations, and the Office of the CEO. This position also works closely with Financial Management Accounting (FMA) to budget, forecast and analyze the company’s complex and involved benefits expenses.
Position should expect to speak to the SVP, FPA and the CFO on a regular basis to field questions about financial performance for his/her areas
Will form partnerships with the department heads for his/her areas of coverage as well as their financial delegates
Manage and develop a team of 6 (4 in Princeton, NJ and 2 in Hong Kong)
Owns budgeting and forecasting for assigned areas
Financial analysis for areas of coverage as well as working with peers on cross-functional analysis
Manage compensation for areas of coverage
Ensure that accurate and timely monthly financial results and quarterly forecasts are provided for supported departments
Maintain a thorough understanding of the revenue and cost drivers and trends for these departments and explain/report these to senior management.
Ensure that accurate and timely monthly financial results and quarterly forecasts are provided.
Provide financial models and analyses to help drive business decision
Identify and address procedural problems/deficiencies impacting integrity and timeliness of financial information.
Skills & Experience
7+ years corporate Finance experience
CPA/CMA or international equivalent
“World-class” Excel skills
Strong attention to detail
Strong PowerPoint skills
Strong presentation skills and ability to speak calmly and persuasively before high-level executives
Prior publishing industry experience, particularly with digital properties
Acquaintance with PeopleSoft Financials and TM1 database tool
Demonstrable experience dealing with high pressure situations
Must work in New York
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