at The Boston Consulting Group in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a key member of the Great Lakes Finance team, the Senior Financial Analyst will provide analysis and reporting to assist in managing the P&L, forecast, and performance metrics for the Great Lakes system. The individual will understand drivers of the business, and provide leadership with accurate, timely and relevant information. Will play a key role in managing the financial aspects of forecasting, cost planning, day to day finance support for office leadership, and assist with broader Financial Planning and Analysis topics.
BASIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure financials are accurately projected
Preparing weekly and monthly financial presentations
Preparing revenue forecast/outlook
Assist in cost planning, cost reporting, and budgets from start to finish
Collaborate with a wide variety of business partners, including local offices, GL system, regional / global finance, practice areas, and others
Complete ad hoc requests and perform other duties as needed in a timely manner
Provide support/transparency to staffing teams on leakage and other revenue drivers
Play supporting role within GL finance as reporting needs and initiatives evolve
Specific duties include:
Budget, Planning and Analysis for the Great Lakes:
Own annual operational budgets and forecasts in accordance with regional and global guidelines, business trends and line management
Act as liaison with functional line managers to assist in managing cost budgets
Support the northeast in providing equity across offices and functions for cost planning
Develop automated reporting, driven by customer needs, to scale with the business
Build, prepare, and present the weekly/monthly revenue outlook in partnership with staffing
Reporting and Analysis:
Act as a thought partner for GL Leadership Team to help lead business forward on multiple dimensions
Act as finance liaison for functional managers
Prepare materials/content on key financial metrics and present to leadership group as required
Build financial system expertise, development of financial applications, policies and procedures to ensure financial integrity and controls
Support GL Finance system with other initiatives in collaboration with GL colleagues
YOU'RE GOOD AT
Strong problem solving, analytical skills, and judgment
Proactive, self-starter with a high level of initiative and resourcefulness
Comfort with ambiguity and ability to effectively multi-task, make tradeoffs, take initiative, and prioritize within a fast-paced, demanding environment
Collaborative team-player with strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to cooperate with people at all levels and build positive, lasting relationships
Creates positive and productive work environment and values contribution of others
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Conscientiousness, attention to detail, and attentiveness to accuracy
Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude
Commitment to improving and learning new topics and skills; receptive to feedback
Ability to structure, plan, manage, and prioritize projects effectively
Responsiveness, initiative, and orientation toward service and business needs
Proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint (ability to train staff on intermediate level)
Experience with Business Objects, Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx or HFM a plus
YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)
Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business
A minimum of 3-5 years of finance-related experience
Experience in professional services environment a plus
Members of our finance team are responsible for preserving the intellectual capital, assets, and integrity of BCG. We make a decisive impact on the firm's direction, performance, and risk-management models. Finance jobs include accounting and reporting, planning and analysis, tax and treasury, financial systems, payroll, and executive compensation.
The Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.
