Manager, Finance

at Educational Testing Service in Springfield, Illinois, United States

Job Description

About ETS:

For more than 75 years, we have amplified products and services based rigorous research and our belief in the power of learning. Driven by our mission to advance quality and equity in education, ETS provides learning solutions, pioneering research and trusted assessments that help guide learners around the world on their path to new possibilities.

Our portfolio of trusted measures include

TOEFL®, TOEIC®, GRE® and Praxis®

. Along with research, development and innovation that explores new frontiers in learning and measurement our educational measurement solutions and research contribute to the development of new methods and tools, inform important dialogue with education policymakers, and shed light on critical issues and potential solutions – all with the aim of creating a world where all learners can improve their lives through education.

With new senior leadership at the helm, ETS aims to continue changing the lives of all learners as we expand our organization’s global footprint. Our goal is to remain at the forefront of assessment and measurement efficacy within the education and ed tech space as it continues to grow and evolve.

The Manager, Finance plays a pivotal role in the FP&A team, supporting the financial operations of ETS at a Product/Function, or Corporate level. This includes managing three-year, annual, and quarterly plan/forecast cycles, monthly close, and performance reporting. The role involves providing financial insights through reports or presentations and coordinating with various corporate units, businesses, and functions to support alignment and facilitate strategic decision-making.

+ Work collaboratively with various teams to support strategy, budget, forecast, and close cycles

+ Effectively communicate performance at a high level, while understanding and emphasizing key drivers across designated area

+ Provide high-level financial insights and conduct ad-hoc analysis to identify key issues or trends

+ Collaborate with Financial Transformation & Systems teams:

+ Manage and develop finance staff

+ Adhere to ethical standards and comply with the laws and regulations applicable to your job function

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+ Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

+ MBA or equivalent professional experience preferred

+ 5+ years of progressively responsible financial experience

+ Prior experience analyzing financial data for a mid to large size organization and preparin