Sr. Analyst, FP&A
ADP

ADP is hiring a Senior Analyst of Financial Planning. The Senior Analyst of Financial Planning - Analysis is responsible for a full range of planning, forecasting and analysis activities including creating financial models, incorporating guidance received on validated assumptions; as well as challenging data and information integrity. The Senior Analyst supports management and other partners by providing decision support to the business. Participating in financial close activities, the Senior Analyst prepares variance analyses on actual versus plan/forecast. In addition, the Senior Analyst manages selected KPI's, management reporting and communication to senior management.

Do you see problems as puzzles waiting to be solved? Do you enjoy working in fast paced, fun environment alongside seasoned SMEs? Do you thrive under pressure? Does delivering impactful results motivate you? Do you strive to master your domain? If you answered yes to some or all of the above, then this could be a good fit for you!

The Technology Business Management (TBM) Analyst will help manage financials for the Global Enterprise Technology Solutions (GETS) organization. This is a key role that facilitates the accurate cost allocation of GETS costs to the Product/BU P&Ls. This role requires strong technical skills, extreme diligence, deep understanding of data models, ability to perform critical analysis, desire to learn and continuously improve. An excellent opportunity for a Finance/IT/Business management professional to enhance their experience in the very niche arena of Technology Business Management. A highly visible position which provides opportunity to partner with and influence various parties within Finance and IT. This role will contribute towards taking GETS finance into its next phase of evolution and requires a unique blend of business and technical savvy; and the drive to make our vision into reality.

· Apptio Data Model: Maintains a full and in-depth understanding of ADP's Apptio data model. Responsible for monthly and annual maintenance of all reference data (GL Code hierarchy, cost pools, tower/sub tower, business partners, IT leaders etc.). Provides recommendations on enhancement opportunities, keep up to date with the latest Apptio functionalities, engage with the wider TBM community to gain knowledge and increase adoption of best practices. Specific tasks include:

o Ensuring accuracy of the financial data in the system;

o Creating reporting to provide additional insight;

o Analyze benchmark and insights information to identify areas for optimization

o Working with IT and Finance; create allocations based on consumption of inventory data

o Communicate allocation data to business units and work with Business Finance leaders to identify areas to optimize investments

· IT Cost Allocation: Assists with the Annual Allocation Process and Quarterly Business Reviews with the R&D IT Leaders. Performs variance analysis, identifies and corrects discrepancies, articulates key drivers of change. Prepares executive communication for IT Leaders and BU Finance.

· Reporting and Analytics: Produces and distributes recurring and ad hoc management reports. Responsible for sound controls and data integrity on reporting deliverables. Enhances the GETS Finance team's reporting capability by developing innovative solutions and supporting ongoing continuous improvements.

• BS -- Finance, Economics, Engineering or equivalent
• 1 -- 2 years of Experience with Apptio

2 -- 5 years in Finance / IT /Business Management (more experienced candidates welcome)

We strive for every interaction to be driven by our CORE values: Insightful Expertise, Integrity is Everything, Service Excellence, Inspiring Innovation, Each Person Counts, Results-Driven, - Social Responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operating Planning and Forecasting:

• Supports management to create an annual operating plan that is aligned to the strategic plan and performs forecasting to provide visibility into business results to enable business decisions.
• Runs operating plan financial models and incorporates guidance received on validated assumptions; assists in preparation of related presentation/deliverables· Builds forecast models using key drivers, trend analysis, economic and external factors; monitors accuracy and predictability of existing models·
• Continuously improves accuracy by aligning to key drivers and identifying variance root Causes
• Assists with creation of analytical tools and models in order to drive revenue/expense management and efficient processes

Management Reporting and Financial Close Activities:

• Produces and distributes recurring and ad hoc management reports.
• Responsible for financial reporting accuracy; partners with shared services organizations and ensures adequate control environment to mitigate financial and business risks in collaboration with process owners·
• Prepares variance analysis on actual results versus plan/forecast
• Assists in presentation preparation on results, forecasts, and plans to senior management

Business Analysis:

• Uses deep understanding of objectives, issues and root causes and provides insightful, fact-based data analysis to help solve complex problems
• Assists in managing KPI's such as backlog reporting, staffing requirements, starts, weeks to start, no starts, labor productivity, analysis of implementation, survey scores and client satisfaction

Talent Development and Management:

• Deliberately builds capability for short and long term· Takes initiative on personal development and works with manager to ensure training requirements are met.

Strategic Planning and Initiatives:

• Supports management to develop strategies and initiatives to drive growth and margin improvements. Executes on strategic initiatives such as M-A support, product launches, market entry, and process improvement efforts
• Provides analytical support; conducts research as required, shares skills and knowledge with colleagues - helps to develop others, coaches new or more junior associates

Business Partnering:

• Partners with Key Stakeholders and Business Partners to align on business priorities and drive effective solutions/execution. Constructively communicates compelling arguments based on facts and data, and obtains necessary buy-in to deliver on business objectives·
• Builds working relationships with business management and other partners in support of key priorities and objectives through complex analytics

Financial Operational Policy:

• Establishes and maintains consistent financial operational policies and procedures to govern related practices
• Complies with all departmental/ financial operations policies and practices

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• BS -- Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent. MBA or credits towards MBA preferred
• 4 -- 6 Years of Experience in Finance or Accounting