Full-Time

Financial Analyst

Fp&a, Hybrid

Posted on 11/20/2024

Dow Jones

Dow Jones

5,001-10,000 employees

Provides business news and financial data

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$55k - $70kAnnually

Entry

Princeton, NJ, USA + 1 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA

Hybrid role with in-office presence required in New York City and occasional travel to Princeton.

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
SAP Products
Financial analysis
Word/Pages/Docs
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Strong accounting and analytical skills; Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting (preferred).
  • High degree of proficiency in PC skills including experience with financial applications and reporting tools, specifically Microsoft Excel (can perform complex functions) and Google Docs.
  • Planning, project management, and organizational skills including effective time management and attention to detail.
  • Initiative and drive and work well under pressure including being a team player with a strong work ethic.
  • Experience maintaining accounting records and preparation of financial reports
  • Ability to recognize problems, collect data, draw valid conclusions and define/suggest resolutions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of business partners.
  • Knowledge of or experience with SAP, TM1, or related programs (a plus).
  • 0-3 years of experience.
  • Demonstrated experience navigating a complex and challenging business environment.
  • Analytical expertise, able to synthesize data and provide insightful narratives.
  • Ability to multi-task and effectively balance multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Experience in ERP systems (TM1, Alteryx), (a plus).
Responsibilities
  • Work closely with business partners to review and prepare budgets and forecasts.
  • Update and run forecast models and scenario planning.
  • Develop business case models, charts, and reporting dashboards to provide analysis and insights to evaluate the financial impact of decisions for senior management.
  • Handle month-end closing activities, including, journal entry preparation, account analysis, and reclasses.
  • Leverage key systems knowledge (SAP, BPC) to facilitate the creation of more robust analytics and reporting tools, which ultimately drive valuable insights as well as more efficient planning & reporting processes.
  • Build and maintain strong business partner relationships with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders.
  • Identify opportunities to improve internal processes, improve work efficiency and quality.
  • Handle additional ad-hoc requests as deemed necessary by the business or financial needs.

Dow Jones provides business news, financial information, and data intelligence to financial firms, professionals, and investors globally. Its main products include the Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, and Factiva, which offer timely news, exclusive insights, and comprehensive data sets. Dow Jones also focuses on risk and compliance solutions, assisting businesses in managing issues like anti-money laundering and economic sanctions. Unlike many competitors, Dow Jones operates on a subscription-based model, along with data licensing and advertising revenue, allowing it to leverage its extensive media and data resources to support informed decision-making for its clients.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1881

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The divestiture of VentureSource data could provide Dow Jones with additional capital to invest in its primary business areas, potentially leading to innovation and growth.

What critics are saying

  • Selling off valuable data assets like VentureSource may reduce Dow Jones' competitive edge in the venture capital market intelligence space.

What makes Dow Jones unique

  • Dow Jones' sale of VentureSource data to CB Insights indicates a strategic shift, potentially focusing more on core competencies like financial news and data analytics.

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