Global Markets Operations and Engineering Finance

Are you seeking to apply your creative and analytical skills to enhance your understanding of Operations & Engineering, while playing a crucial role in shaping the Global markets divisional strategy Our Finance team is in search of a forward-thinking and experienced professional to take on a key role in overseeing sub divisional finances. As part of this role, you will engage with local and global leadership within Operations, Engineering, and the Global Markets Division on various aspects such as budget management, business planning, F2B expenses, financial analytics, and firm-wide budget processes. This position offers you the opportunity to influence how financial information is utilized to drive business decisions and lay the groundwork for our strategic direction. The Global Markets Operations and Engineering Finance team is a versatile and adaptable group that constantly adjusts to the evolving priorities of the wider organization. Whether collaborating on regional glidepaths, developing financial models for potential business opportunities, or offering insights into budgetary trends, the team acts as the primary interface between GMBOE and cross-divisional leadership to ensure alignment and successful execution of strategies and initiatives. In this role, you will: - Learn and apply the firm's financial framework to support the organization and facilitate business decisions and delivery - Assist in making business decisions based on solid financial criteria, act as a strategic financial advisor, and monitor outcomes and performance - Maintain and ensure compliance with budgets, including headcount/hiring, consulting, outsourcing, and travel expenditures - Collaborate with leadership to enhance financial literacy and provide transparency and insights through analytics, reporting, and education - Manage F2B business expenses, offer visibility into expense trends, and collaborate with business unit leadership to ensure the quality of allocation framework - Articulate concepts and drive ideas with the leadership team, including exploring new business opportunities, execution strategies, and budget tracking - Develop and support key financial reports, tracking tools, capabilities, and dashboards; ensure adherence to divisional guidelines - Conduct financial and headcount analysis, including annual and quarterly planning processes - Provide input for and validate financial reports, including tracking and forecasting of headcount, expenses, and allocations - Utilize available information to suggest focus areas to management and guide managers on the implications of their data - Influence and guide senior management presentations related to business planning, operating goals, and strategic initiatives - Implement processes and workflows to streamline all aspects of budgeting and financial planning - Act as a central point of contact for all inquiries and requests on finance-related matters Basic Qualifications: - Minimum of 2 years of experience in a corporate environment - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint - Organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while managing conflicting priorities - Proven analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail - Ability to build relationships, communicate complex issues effectively, and coordinate across multiple groups and regions - Strong team player with the flexibility to respond positively to change and drive initiatives to completion - Proactive in improving processes and developing practical solutions - Ability to challenge the status quo and execute on ideas and strategies Preferred Qualifications: - Background in finance or budget management - Knowledge of Operations & Technology in financial institutions and support models - Familiarity with Hyperion Essbase, Alteryx, Tableau, Qlikview, and other BI capabilities,