Telecom Cost Optimization Analyst

Largeton Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Largeton Group seeks a Financial Project Analyst to support the MTA IT Telecom Services & Expense Management Unit. You will analyze telecom expenses, audit invoices, and develop budgeting reports to identify cost savings.

The role requires strong SQL/Tableau skills, experience with PeopleSoft/ServiceNow, and superb analytical capabilities to drive cost efficiencies across complex projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics preferred.
• 10 years of telecom services and expense management experience.
• Budgeting, forecasting, invoice auditing, and project-based financial management.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial management and telecom expense support for MTA IT's Telecom Services & Expense Management Unit.
• Develop, establish, and optimize processes for managing, monitoring, and analyzing telecom spending and expenses.
• Audit, review, and analyze invoices, wireless plans, and equipment purchases from all carriers.
• Prepare and analyze budget variance, expense, and financial planning reports.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis using SQL and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau) to identify cost savings and optimize expenditures.
• Perform contract funding analysis, vendor expense analysis, and ROI/cost-benefit analysis.
• Prepare regular and ad-hoc reports on project status, expenses, forecasts, and business trends.
• Support the annual budget process by tracking planned vs. actual expenses, and preparing mid-year and year-end forecasts.
• Investigate and resolve anomalies and overcharges in vendor accounts through detailed auditing and analysis.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all financial analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather business requirements and provide analytical support.
• Utilize financial systems (PeopleSoft, ServiceNow) and Microsoft Office for reporting and analysis tasks.
• Maintain strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills while managing multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines.
• Remain updated on new technology trends relevant to telecom and financial analysis.

Skills

SQL

Tableau

Microsoft Office

Financial systems

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

Tools

PeopleSoft

ServiceNow

Job description

Largeton Group seeks a Financial Project Analyst to support the MTA IT Telecom Services & Expense Management Unit. You will analyze telecom expenses, audit invoices, and develop budgeting reports to identify cost savings.

The role requires strong SQL/Tableau skills, experience with PeopleSoft/ServiceNow, and superb analytical capabilities to drive cost efficiencies across complex projects.