Finance Analyst FP&A

ABOUT US
tms unites technology, marketing, and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world's leading brands. With 1,200+ employees across 26 countries, we offer an impressive range of solutions - from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery.
Operating as a creative agency, a strategic consultancy, a sourcing business, and a technology provider, we engage with over 110 million customers every single day for our clients, including McDonald's, T-Mobile, O2, Starbucks, and adidas.
Most importantly, we're a place where you can achieve great things, and be recognized as the best.
WHAT MATTERS THE MOST
Breakthrough, business-driving ideas come from extraordinary people with the freedom to be their most authentic selves at work. Authenticity and diversity are critical elements of our business. They can only be realized when we create access and equity for all. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging and aspire to be ever-evolving.
tms is a place where brilliant people are better together. If you want your ideas to be heard and to contribute to a culture of inclusion and authenticity, bring us your voice! Visit us at tmsw.com.
WHY WE THINK YOU WILL LOVE THIS ROLE
The Finance Analyst FP&A is a member of the Global Category Management FP&A team and is responsible for financial planning, reporting & analysis and coordinated activities with counterparts in all regions. This role is based in Chicago and reports to the Finance Manager FP&A.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ORGANIZATION

• Financial Analysis, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting responsibilities to support the Category Management business
• Financial Analysis and Reporting responsibilities to support our global client on innovation projects
• Month-end close activities including journal entries ensuring conformance to company policies and GAAP
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, reviews, and flux analysis
• Presentation of financial results primarily using Power of BI in monthly meetings with the business line leads
• Demonstrated in depth understanding of common business and cost drivers, financial statement analysis, and deep-dive analysis
• Identification of opportunities to improve processes within the Category Management service line as well as in the Finance area
• This role requires frequent interaction and collaboration with business and finance partners
• Support of external and internal audits
• Prepare ad hoc analysis and special projects as required

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO HAVE

• 3+ years' experience in finance and accounting
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required
• Familiarity with JDE, NetSuite, Hyperion Planning, and Power BI systems desired
• Strong spreadsheet skills required
• Excellent written and verbal interpersonal skills required
• Strong analytical skills required in guiding management decision making process
• Able to work with and explain financial concepts to non-finance personnel
• Proven ability to appropriately prioritize work, complete tasks within deadlines, and work hands-on

Starting salary between $70,000-$85,000
TOTAL REWARDS
Our total rewards philosophy integrates programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, corporate culture, corporate citizenship and work-life balance. While individual program components may differ by country, some things remain constant:

• Our commitment to rewarding results
• Opportunities to work with talented and driven individuals at every level of our company who respect each other, treat each other fairly and hold one another accountable for our customers'-and our company's-success

There's more ...
Generous medical, dental, vision and other great benefits
Paid parental and medical leave programs
401(k) with a company match component and profit sharing
15 days of paid time off plus company holidays
Hybrid work model
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance
Inclusive employee resource groups
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
RECRUITING AGENCIES
tms does not accept agency resumes submitted by third-party vendors unless a valid agreement has been signed and the tms Talent Acquisition Team has granted authorization for submissions for a specified position. Please do not submit or forward resumes to our site, tms employees, or any other company location. tms is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Nearest Major Market: Chicago