Financial Business Analyst

Join a forward-thinking startup specializing in telecommunications and customer service solutions and contribute as a Business/Financial Analyst. This role is central to optimizing business processes, managing costs, and supporting pricing strategies. You will work closely with the CEO to drive business decisions that enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness across the company platform and service offerings.

• Business Process Optimization:
•  Play a key role in analyzing and optimizing business processes across the SDLC.
• Display a basic understanding of project management methodology and product knowledge in the design of processes/governance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements, translating them into actionable IT solutions.
• Conduct detailed business process reviews and provide recommendations for efficiency improvements.
• Develop and implement business process governance, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and goals.
• Facilitate communication between IT and business units to ensure cohesive operations and the successful delivery of projects.

• Financial Analysis & Reporting:
• Utilize financial analysis to support pricing strategies, vendor negotiations, and cost improvement initiatives.
• Analyze data to provide insights into business operations, helping to inform decision-making processes.
• Create detailed financial reports and projections, offering insights into the financial health of various business units.

• Vendor Management & Negotiation:
• Lead vendor negotiations, ensuring favorable terms and conditions for telecommunications services and hardware/cloud provider contracts.
• Evaluate vendor performance and contract compliance, making recommendations for improvement or renegotiation as necessary.

• Project Management & Support:
• Manage tasks and timelines using project management tools like JIRA, ensuring that projects align with business objectives.
• Provide support in the implementation of business solutions that drive efficiency and profitability.

• Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations.
• Financial Acumen: In-depth understanding of financial principles, particularly as they apply to pricing, cost management, and vendor negotiations in the telecommunications industry.
• Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Project Management: Experience with project management tools such as JIRA, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• SQL Knowledge: Basic understanding of SQL for data extraction and analysis, supporting financial and business decision-making processes.

• Bachelors degree in business, Finance, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• 3-4 years of experience in a business analysis, financial analysis, or similar role within the telecommunications industry preferred.
• Experience with vendor management, contract negotiations, and pricing strategy development.