PeopleSoft Financial / Budget Analyst

Peoplesoft Financial / Budget AnalystLocation: NYC Duration: 12 Months Contract PositionSUMMARY OF THE FUNCTION/ROLE The Telecom Expense Management Unit team provides financial management support for the Client IT. The candidate will assist in establishing and optimizing processes for the Telecom Expense Management Unit, including but not limited to, establishing processes for management and monitoring spending, analysis, forecasting, financial planning, invoice and expense analysis, variance reporting and analysis, forecasting procurement requirements for new purchases, contract modifications, and vendor payments.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIESEstablish/Optimize process for the preparation and maintenance of monthly budget variances/ expense reports for the department; Analyze report for data integrity.Establish/Optimize process to Review Cost Benefit Analyses (CBAs) and ROI.Establish/Optimize process to Analyze vendor expenses and compare to funding of contract.Establish/Optimize process to Prepare budget expense variances reportsEstablish/optimize preparation of reports, and analyses in areas such as budgets, forecasts, expense reports, and business forecastsEstablish/Optimize preparation status reports on in-process and completed projects. To indicate if projects are within budget parameters from both a dollar and time perspective.Establish/Optimize process to prepare and evaluate mid-year and year-end forecasts, monitor spending, and secure rollover of unspent fundsEstablish/Optimize process to track planned and actual expenses in support of the annual budget processEstablish/Optimize process to Investigate and resolve project budget variancesExperience and Education RequirementsOverall 10+ years of ExperienceBS degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics preferredPeopleSoft Finance ModulesExperience with project-based financial management budgeting/forecasting and or auditing a plusAbility to independently compile, research and perform in-depth analysis of projectsExcellent problem-solving skill and analytical capabilitiesPrior forecasting and reporting experience requiredStrong communication, analytical and data organization / interpretation skillsProven ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlinesAttention to detail and accuracy is requiredSuperior skills with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)Outstanding organizational and quantitative skills as well as experience managing and resolving complex resource allocation problemsAbility to perform high-volume work accurately and independentlyAbility to gather business requirements and outline business needsAbility to perform financial analysis using various financial systemExcellent written and oral communications skillsBasic Knowledge of ServiceNow Reporting ModulesAdditional Skills and InformationBudget Development, Forecasting and Projection skillsStrong analytical skills/ Communication SkillsCost benefit analysis /ROIInvoice analysisTrackingBudget and project spend trackingInformation TechnologyUnderstand and be abreast new technology