AVP, FP&A - Technology

Job ID: E2401954

Job Description:

Role Summary/Purpose:

The AVP, FP&A Technology is responsible for partnering with Technology Senior Leadership on financial planning, forecasting and reporting for Technology Sub-Functions as assigned. This role will play an integral part in driving cost discipline while also finding ways to optimize spend through productivity without compromising essential needs. In addition, the role will lead the build out of processes and reporting around numerous new IT initiatives.

We're proud to offer you choice and flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home, near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. Occasionally you may be required to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as business or team meetings, training and culture events.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Execute FP&A processes (annual OP Plan, pacing estimation, and close duties) for assigned sub functions.
• Partner with senior leaders & staff to drive financial decision making and monitor expenses for areas of direct responsibility.
• Management & oversight of Synchrony's cloud usage forecasting and showback process. Work with FinOps team to collaborate with user groups to analyze cloud spend and usage as well as develop accurate bottoms up forecasts at a detailed workload level.
• Partner with Technology Finance lead to support Synchrony's Strategic Plan by working directly with cross-functional Program teams across the business.
• Partner with supplier management & sourcing to provide financial modeling support and identify productivity opportunities within the Technology Operating Plan.
• Provide financial analysis and summaries, including identification of key drivers of the results, and areas of opportunity and risks in the respective functions.
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or related field or in lieu of degree, 8 years equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4 years financial analysis or accounting experience.
• Minimum 3 years' Hyperion financial systems experience.

Desired Characteristics:

• Excellent communication skills; ability to work cross functionally and communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Passionate, proactive, responsible, resourceful, detail-oriented, and willingness to learn.
• Strong analytical and process skills, experience with financial models, and experience analyzing data to provide meaningful results.
• Demonstrated ability to handle manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational, planning and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• 4+ years Hyperion financial systems experience.
• Proven leadership abilities, influencing skills, and the ability to lead/engage on cross-functional projects.
• Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) skills.

Grade/Level: 11

The salary range for this position is 90,000.00 - 155,000.00 USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

Actual compensation offered within the posted salary range will be based upon work experience, skill level or knowledge.

Salaries are adjusted according to market in CA, NY Metro and Seattle.

Eligibility Requirements:

• You must be 18 years or older
• You must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• You must be willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation and submit fingerprints as part of the onboarding process
• You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.
• N ew hires (Level 4-7) must have 9 months of continuous service with the company before they are eligible to post on other roles. Once this new hire time in position requirement is met, the associate will have a minimum 6 months' time in position before they can post for future non-exempt roles. Employees, level 8 or greater, must have at least 18 months' time in position before they can post. All internal employees must consistently meet performance expectations and have approval from your manager to post (or the approval of your manager and HR if you don't meet the time in position or performance expectations).

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our Commitment:

When you join us, you'll be part of a diverse, inclusive culture where your skills, experience, and voice are not only heard-but valued. We celebrate the differences in all of us and believe that our individual, unique perspectives is what makes Synchrony truly a great place to work. Together, we're building a future where we can all belong, connect and turn ideals into action. Through the power of our 8 Diversity Networks+ , with more than 60% of our workforce engaged, you'll find community to connect with an opportunity to go beyond your passions.

This starts when you choose to apply for a role at Synchrony. We ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice:

• Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
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Job Family Group:

Finance