Job Title: Specialist Financial Analyst – Central Global Opex management Team
(IC3)

Role Summary

The Specialist Financial Analyst (IC3) is a high-impact individual contributor
responsible for end-to-end ownership of Operating Expense forecasting and
management for assigned Lines of Business (LOBs) and regions.

This role drives forecasting accuracy, leveraging automation and strategic
insights through advanced use of Enterprise Performance Management (EPM)
systems, analytics and AI-driven tools. The individual acts as a trusted finance
partner to business stakeholders and plays a key role in improving forecasting
accuracy and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
Forecasting & Financial Ownership

Own OPEX forecasting process for assigned LOBs/regions.

Develop accurate run-rate models and driver-based forecasts.

Lead annual budget cycles.

Analyze variances vs Forecast and Prior Year

Provide actionable insights to business leaders.
Business Partnering

Partner with business leaders to understand cost drivers and strategic
initiatives.





Challenge assumptions constructively and provide financial guidance

Translate financial data into business language for decision-making.
Automation & Process Excellence

Leverage automation tools to streamline forecasting processes.

Drive standardization across LOBs/regions.

Identify efficiency opportunities and eliminate manual work.

Support continuous improvement initiatives across the OPEX function.
Analytics & AI Enablement

Utilize advanced analytics to detect trends, anomalies, and risk areas.

Leverage AI-powered forecasting tools to improve accuracy.

Support predictive modeling and scenario planning.

Required Technical Skills
Financial & Analytical Skills

Solid understanding of FP&A; principles and OPEX management

Advanced variance analysis and driver-based forecasting

Scenario modeling and sensitivity analysis

Solid Excel skills (advanced formulas, pivot tables, modeling)
System

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