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 We are looking for a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to join our team supporting our LinkedIn Sales Solutions business line. You will be responsible for managing commissions forecasting and leading key cross-functional projects that drive significant impact to the business. You will be the primary point person interfacing with cross-functional leadership, leading annual planning and assisting with expense management. You will be an expert in understanding key business drivers and developing actionable insights.

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a primary business partner to LinkedIn Sales Solutions cross-functional leads, coordinating planning cycles and providing these leaders with insights to manage headcount and expenses
• Forecast LinkedIn Sales Solutions commissions expense
• Maintain LinkedIn Sales Solutions long range forecast
• Lead special projects, such as segment profitability analysis, that create significant business impact
• Analyze budget and forecast variances to actual and review with management team
• Provide management with insights into drivers of bookings, revenue and expenses, as well as risks and opportunities
• Maintain and update global performance metrics and reporting packages
• Audit and review financial models to ensure they are both accurate and updated
• Ensure that the various reporting systems and source data are accurate and reconciled

 BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

•  BA/BS degree in finance, accounting or related field
• 8+ years of financial analysis experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

•  Master’s in finance or an MBA degree
• Experience with Hyperion Essbase and Oracle Financials
• Experience working directly in an FP&A environment modeling bookings, revenue and expenses
• Understanding of accounting theory and practices (e.g., basic revenue recognition rules and proper expense timing)
• Expert knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Excellent communication, analytical and system skills
• Ability to develop and maintain complex financial models
• Ability to demonstrate thought leadership and managing relationships with senior stakeholders
• Ability to effectively manage time, prioritize tasks and work within deadlines with little supervision