C Spire

FP&A Manager

C Spire$90K — $110K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a similar field.
  • 5+ years of experience in corporate finance or financial analysis, preferably in telecom or business services.
  • Proven experience managing team members and working closely with senior leadership.
  • Strong skills in financial modeling, data analysis, and effective communication.
  • High proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and financial systems like TM1, SAP, and Oracle.

Responsibilities

  • Model assumptions for new customers and markets, focusing on pricing and cost drivers.
  • Prepare financial analyses for potential investments and business opportunities.
  • Create business cases for new capabilities to ensure financial viability.
  • Conduct benchmarking of operational performance across product lines and competitors.
  • Identify and execute strategies for revenue generation and cost reduction.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to upper management on improvements and opportunities.
  • Prepare financial budgets and forecasts for profitability and cash flow.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage including Blue Cross Blue Shield.
  • Tuition assistance for continuous education.
  • Complimentary wireless service and device for employees within service areas.
  • 401k matching contributions for retirement savings.
  • Telemedicine services through Teladoc.
  • Wellness programs to promote health and well-being.
Full Job Description
The FP&A Manager will play a critical role in supporting the operations for our C Spire Business operations ("CSB"). This person will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analyzing the CSB financial statements and operating metrics. In addition, the Manager of FP&A will partner with the CSB leadership team to lead this high-growth business through industry and market development and regional expansion, while providing insights into optimal cost structure. This role will have the opportunity to take on high-visibility, strategic projects focused on CSB's performance through financial analytics, business insights, and organizational partnerships. This team member will report to the Sr. Director of FP&A, while partnering with the CSB management team to help the company define and achieve its short and long-term goals and objectives. Responsibilities: What You Will Do In all of your duties, you will have a relentless, obsessive, yet disciplined approach to manage all details to perfection and deliver desired results. • Model key assumptions for new customers and markets, including pricing and cost drivers. • Prepare financial analysis on inorganic investment opportunities. • Create business cases for new capabilities, highlighting strategic and financial value to ensure an acceptable return. • Conduct benchmarking of operational and financial results across product lines, markets, and competitors. • Identify and execute revenue-generating and expense reduction initiatives and plans. • Be a trusted advisor to the CSB leadership team, highlighting opportunities for process improvement. • Prepare profitability and cash flow budgets and forecasts for the CSB line of business. • Develop reporting for management, Board of Directors, and lenders. • Manage, recruit, train, and retain select members of the FP&A team. This position is an exceptional introduction to financial planning and analysis in the technology industry, as there is plenty of room to grow and learn from outstanding individuals in the field. From FP&A Manager you will have a perfect springboard into all areas of C Spire and develop robust career skills. Qualifications: What You Will Bring As a C Spire team member you will bring a relentless obsession to be the best in our industry and a winning mentality, determined to outsmart and outdo competitors. You will have a single-minded commitment to unbeatable internal customer and external candidate experience. To support our finance team you will have an unapologetic passion for innovation and technology and an uncompromising drive toward continuous improvement. In addition to that, we require: • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, business administration, or similar field. • 5+ years of experience working in corporate finance, financial analysis roles, and data analytics OR a combination of equivalent experience and education, preferably in the telecommunications or business services industries. • Experience managing direct reports and interfacing with senior management. • Strong mastery of financial modeling, data analysis, and written and oral communication. • Strong proficiency using Excel, PowerPoint, and Word along with financial and business systems such as TM1/IBM Planning Analytics, SAP Analytics Cloud, and Oracle Fusion. • Track record of progressive performance across professional career. • This role will include a relatively modest amount of travel for periodic meetings with internal and external stakeholders. What You Will Gain A great workplace needs more than dental coverage, though we provide that and excellent health insurance. But that's just the start. We make sure working at C Spire is the best career experience around. And Forbes has named us one of America's Best Midsize Employers multiple times because of it. We also offer: • Competitive Compensation Package • Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance • Tuition Assistance Programs • Complimentary Wireless Service & Device* • 401k Match • Teladoc Telemedicine • WellBeacon Wellness Program • Paid Talent Referral Opportunities • Tailored learning paths for every position *Complimentary wireless service and device available to team members in our wireless footprint. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Must be able to sit for long periods of time and use computer keyboard and/or mouse, while viewing computer screen, as well as a telephone. Must be able to work a flexible schedule shared by other department members including some evenings and weekends. If you want to work hard, achieve a lot, and make a difference, then C Spire is the place for you.

About C Spire

C Spire is a privately held telecommunications and technology company that provides wireless communications, high-speed Internet access, and a range of other telecommunications services to consumers and businesses in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, and Florida. The company was founded in 1988 as Cellular South and rebranded as C Spire in 2011. C Spire is known for its customer service and community involvement, and has been recognized as one of the best places to work in Mississippi.
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