Operations Analyst

CATEGORY: Accounting/Finance/Insurance REFERENCE CODE: 6377 Fast paced, innovative, energizing. These are a few words to describe the exciting work environment Cox Communications creates in the many communities we serve. Beyond focusing on customers and communities, we are committed to treating our employees with integrity, dignity, and respect. In return, we expect our folks to be team players while making individual contributions, to continue learning and developing, and to try innovative ways of doing business. At Cox Communications, diversity is a critical part of our culture, values and business operations. This diversity of people, products and partners naturally stimulates a diversity of perspectives, which helps create an enviable company culture and enhance the growth and vitality of all Cox stakeholders. We invite you to explore what we have to offer. Operations Analyst US-VA-Northern Description:FINANL: Directs and performs financial analysis and reporting activities to support short-term and long-range strategic plans and operating budgets. Manages company's financial planning process and procedures. Evaluates data, prepares forecasts, and analyzes trends in sales, operations, general business conditions, and other related areas. Identifies performance issues and makes recommendations to management for remedial actions. Prepares and distributes periodic financial statements and reports for internal and external stakeholders.1-Conducts research and analysis of financial data needed in planning, budgeting, cost control, and project control to provide informed recommendations to leadership across CCI in setting and realizing profit objectives;2-Performs ad-hoc financial analyses at multiple levels of complexity which may include calculations of rate of return, depreciation, working capital, investments, budgeting, cost analysis, and financial and expense performance comparisons;3-Develops, maintains, and provides historical and prospective financial information and analyses;4-Creates, tests, distributes and tracks financial models and reports. Recommends and implements changes; analyzes and reviews submitted data and resolves questions and/or problems;5-Prepares regular and special financial statements for CCI including profit and loss statements and capital and commitments;6-Assists in the development and measurement of annual budget and business planning process including the identification of trends and the development of measures to ensure budgets are followed;7-Develops and modifies financial systems and corporate models related to budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditures;8-Develops and modifies financial reports for executive management.Qualifications:Typical Training / Experience - Typically requires BS/BA or Associates degree in related discipline; Generally 2-5 years of experience in related field; certification is required in some areas OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in related field. Certification is required in some areasDept/Org Scope & Impact - Fully competent and productive professional contributor, working independently on larger, moderately complex projects/assignments that have direct impact on department and area resultsProblem Complexity - Performs full range of standard professional level work that typically requires processing and interpreting, Identifies problems and possible solutions and takes appropriate action to resolve more complex, less clearly-defined issues.Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information or inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/dataAutonomy - Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual complex problems or issues; Work review typically involves periodic review of output by supervisor and/or direct 'customers' of the processKnowledge - Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization to the completion of moderately complex assignments. Solid knowledge of organization's technologies and practicesInfluence/People Leadership - May provide general guidance/direction or train junior level support and professional personnelSalary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceJob Location: Herndon, VAJob Number: 6377Company URL: http://www.cox.com/CoxCareer/Company Profile:As the third largest cable provider in the nation, Cox Communications, Inc. is noted for its high-capacity, reliable broadband delivery network as well as the company's ability to provide superior customer service. For Cox, it's not about being the biggest; it's about being the best. Cox Communications, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. We have a tradition of encouraging a wide diversity of talents through a broad range of hiring practices. 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