Strategic Finance & Planning Manager

Optimum Communications Inc.; Bethpage (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimum Communications Inc. in Bethpage, NY, seeks an experienced Finance Manager to lead the development of financial plans and the annual budget for the assigned business area. You will analyze operating metrics and support strategic decision making with leadership.

The role reports to the Sr Director Business Planning and requires strong analytical skills, collaboration, and the ability to manage complex budgets in a fast-paced environment. Growth and impact are central to this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related area required.
• 8+ years of finance experience.
• Knowledge of Hyperion Planning/Essbase and Oracle preferred.
• Ability to manage costs established budgets.
• Ability to develop and review ROIs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and act quickly with demonstrable judgment.
• Well-organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities at once and prioritize without jeopardizing deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with speed to market and adaptability.
• Collaborative and team oriented.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with Programming/Content/Rights exploitation a plus, including contract terms interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop annual operating budgets and monthly forecasts for assigned business area.
• Assist in the preparation of timely, accurate and thorough financial and operating plans.
• Foster effective information flows and communication with leadership to facilitate planning and tracking.
• Track and analyze key operating metrics and financial performance to support decision making.
• Assist in managing annual capital budget and capital forecasts.
• Prepare materials for meetings and investor reports.
• Provide financial guidance focused on gross margin analysis.

Skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Hyperion Planning/Essbase

Oracle

Microsoft Office

Job description

Optimum Communications Inc. in Bethpage, NY, seeks an experienced Finance Manager to lead the development of financial plans and the annual budget for the assigned business area. You will analyze operating metrics and support strategic decision making with leadership.

The role reports to the Sr Director Business Planning and requires strong analytical skills, collaboration, and the ability to manage complex budgets in a fast-paced environment. Growth and impact are central to this position.