Financial Analyst III

Job Purpose: This role serves as the main point of financial contact for News/Ag Directors and/or administrative divisions including the Senior Vice President over the News/Ag division. It is the Financial Analyst's job to serve and support these positions and address their various financial and operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate business performance and provide monthly financial analysis to Directors and Vice Presidents.
• Coordinate the creation and implementation of annual budgets.
• Work with various personnel to prepare financial forecast, including an active role in the sponsorship revenue forecasts.
• Provide weekly sales and pacing reports to CAO, EVP, and SVP.
• Prepare and track account executives monthly commissions.
• Review and approve all invoices and expenses to ensure proper accounting and coding.
• Review general ledger and balance sheet detail on a regular basis and make appropriate journal entries.
• Complete pro-forma financial analysis as needed.
• Manage direct reports including coaching, developing, and direct supervision.
• Oversee financial assistant and duties assigned (monthly invoicing and AR reconciliation)
• Assist in the monthly and year-end close process, as well as the annual audit.
• Oversee the CRM system and help assist account executives as needed.
• Complete various projects as assigned by senior management.
  
  

Job Specifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Finance, Accounting, or closely-related field from an accredited College or University. Masters degree or CPA is a plus.
• 4 or more years of relevant experience in working with financial statements, budget and forecast preparation, financial analysis, and general accounting knowledge.
• Advanced level of proficiency with Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Good organizational, problem-solving, analytical, communication, and relational skills. Also must show initiative and attention to detail and work well in a team environment.
• Strong Presentation Skills and comfortable presenting to Sr. Management
• Strong character and values as well as a strong work ethic
• Natural disposition and desire to serve others
• Genuine interest in learning, understanding and empathizing with the needs of the organization's leadership and staff
• Demonstrated ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization, to be a team leader and - as important - to be a team player
  
  

Learfield is the leading media and technology services company in intercollegiate athletics. The company unlocks the value of college sports for brands and fans through an omnichannel platform with innovative content and commerce solutions for fan engagement. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, the company has long had the privilege of being an advocate for intercollegiate athletics and the student-athlete experience. Our suite of services includes licensing and multimedia sponsorship management; publishing, audio, digital and social media; data analytics; ticketing, ticket sales and professional concessions expertise; branding; and campus-wide business and sponsorship development.

Our people-first culture is the foundation of our business and is reflective of our approach to building meaningful relationships with our employees, partners, and fans. The company strives each day to deliver the mission statement and embody the core values that make Learfield an exciting place to work.

Our Mission

Powering the connection of fans to the brands and experiences they love.

Our Core Values

Build Trust | Be Fans of One Another | Power Tomorrow | Create & Connect Communities | Have Fun

Learfield offers a full spectrum of benefits for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance and Other Insurance Plans, Flexible Paid Time Off (including Parental Leave), Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Learfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity.

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