Manager Planning & Analysis (Global Technology Finance

Company: Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD)
Location: Newark
Posted on: February 26, 2021

Job Description:

Manager Planning & Analysis (Global Technology Finance) Newark, NJ, USA Prudential is seeking a highly motivated, resourceful, and skilled individual for the role of Manager of Planning and Analysis within the Global Technology Finance Organization. The Manager will report to the Vice President of Planning and Analysis within the Global Technology Finance Organization. This is a leadership position that supports the Global Technology Organization.This individual will be part of a team of finance professionals that provide meaningful, insightful, and actionable analytics on investments in technology for Global Technology. This role focuses on the development of a multi-year forecast projection of operational, strategic and future of work investments in technology for the businesses, the reporting of technology spending and outcomes against plans and business requirements, and clear and crisp articulation of opportunities, risks and challenges to business plans. This role will be a key partner to supporting the Global Technology business leaders to drive strategic decision making.
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Key responsibilities will include the following:
-----Support the P&A and monthly financial reporting functions for the Global Technology Finance organization.
-----Assist in the development of the multi-year Global Technology budget/forecast and effectively collaborate with teams within the Businesses and Corporate groups to ensure accurate and timely forecast/budget submissions and supporting schedules
-----Strategically partner with key Global Technology leaders, which may include the Company Chief Technology Officer, the CIO of ISG and Enabling Solutions, the CIO of WSG and Customer Office through development of insightful business plans and analytics to drive decision-making and facilitate management actions, as appropriate
-----Support the identification of and drive technology expense efficiencies
-----Developing and articulating an in-depth understanding of expense drivers, accounting for capitalization of technology assets, key performance indicators, AOI, GAAP and STAT earnings, cash flows, balance sheet and capital
-----Leadership of a team with a focus on talent development
-----Developing strong business case cost/benefit analysis for financial evaluation of strategic priorities/initiatives within the Global Technology Organization. In addition, measuring benefits against expectations
-----Collaboration across multi-functional teams in the organization to support strategic objectives & initiatives
-----Clear and concise management presentations to ensure key messages are captured and action steps are well defined to enable swift decision-making
-----Supporting the design and implementation of enhancements to key technology processes, including procurement and expense allocations/chargebacks for the Global Technology Organization
-----Willingness to roll up sleeves and navigate through areas that may not be in direct line of responsibility to transform strategy into actionQualifications:-----Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field, with 5-7 years of relevant experience
-----College degree (Accounting or Finance preferred)
-----Prior experience in Planning and Business Analysis required
-----Excellent Collaborator
-----Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, with ability to translate financial topics into Business English
-----Discretion to deal with confidential information
-----Excellent analytical skills with strong ability to problem solve--
-----Agile and organized, structure oriented individual with ability to appropriately prioritize and juggle many competing deliverables
-----Ability to proactively anticipate issues, provide recommendations, and communicate key issues at the right level at the right time--
-----Possesses organizational awareness and knowledge of business partner strategy
-----Ability to drive results in a highly matrixed environment
-----Ability to apply knowledge of company objectives, key business drivers and financial acumen to evaluate business performance and contribute to operational efficiencies and strategic decision-making
-----Results oriented driver with ability to synthesize a lot of information, and simplify into actionable decision points--
-----Ability to proactively identify, analyze, and improve upon existing processes
-----Fosters an environment to identify opportunities to leverage technology to complete tasks more efficiently and effectively
-----Embodies a Continuous improvement mindset
-----Flexibility and Adaptability- This role may evolve over time and the successful candidate will need to demonstrate flexibility and ability to pivot to support the success of the Global Technology organization and the Finance team
-----Sense of urgency - Priorities may require quick turn-around for senior preview and presentations. The successful candidate will manage expectations, while being able to deliver quality senior level materials in short windows
-----Familiar with Oracle General Ledger, Essbase, Obero, OBI
-----Strong technology skills (Excel and PowerPoint)
-----Overtime is required during peak periods- Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Prudential is a multinational financial services leader with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. The company's well-known Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential's businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, asset management, and real estate services. We recognize that our strength and success are directly linked to the quality and skills of our diverse associates. We are proud to be a place where talented people who want to make a difference can grow as professionals, leaders, and as individuals. Visit www.prudential.com to learn more about our values, our history and our brand. Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status , medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.-- The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Newark, NJ and its affiliates. Note that this posting is intended for individual applicants. Search firms or agencies should email Staffing at staffingagencies@prudential.com for more information about doing business with Prudential. PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES:
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