SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST

Company Overview

We’re Lumos, a provider of 100% Fiber Optic Internet, Total-Home Wi-Fi, voice and streaming services across North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. We believe that the possibilities of tomorrow cannot be built on the infrastructure of yesterday. That’s why we’re building a 100% Fiber Optic network from the ground up for families, small businesses and communities, backed by local, expert customer service. An Internet built for that most hopeful of all things – the future. Because whatever the future holds, we make it faster. Learn more at  Lumos | High-Speed Fiber Internet Provider in NC, VA and SC (lumosfiber.com)

The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst will play a key role in the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis to management within Finance & Accounting and across the organization with an emphasis on grant and subsidy reporting. This role requires financial reporting and month-end close experience, solid understanding of accounting standards and practices, and the ability to work effectively with accounting and non-accounting personnel. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare journal entries and schedules for month end closing
• Analyze results and trends, research and explain variances
• Complete all assigned account reconciliations accurately and in a timely manner
• Navigate GL and other systems to research items for month-end close
• Assist field with accounting questions and processes
• Explain and enforce accruals process
• Assist with the year end audit
• Special projects as needed
• Assist manager to define key procedures and tasks for staff accountants. 

Qualifications

Education: BS/BA in Accounting (MBA/MPA and/or CPA a plus)

Experience:  5+ years financial reporting, general accounting or equivalent experience (Mix of public and private experience a plus.  Telecom experience is preferred)

Key Competencies:   

• Experience with month-end Financial Reporting and variance analysis.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to work with cross functional groups.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor communications to a broad audience.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to do data mining.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Advanced Excel skills working with large datasets is highly desired.
• Experience with Oracle EBS and database query tools preferred.
• Ability to respond and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced environment and offer innovative solutions. 
• Willingness to embrace core values represented by The Simple Seven. 

Our commitment to communities includes recruiting and rewarding the Lumos team members who are working together to build a brighter tomorrow.

We have:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Competitive compensation packages, including bonus options for eligible positions.
• Paid Time Off and 12 Paid Holidays / Personal Days.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• 100% employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to professional support for life’s challenges.
• 401K plan w/ up to 5% employer contribution and a self-directed brokerage option.
• Wellness program offering education and cash incentives for gym attendance and nutrition programs.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Discounts on Lumos Fiber Internet for employees who live in our service areas.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.