Financial Analyst - International Data Group, Inc.

IDG is currently seeking an experienced Financial Analystto join the company’s Strategic Finance team. 

As the Finance Analystwithin the Strategic Finance team, the Financial Analyst will  help scale IDG’s financial analytical capabilities and advise on the company’s overall strategy. You will perform data-driven analyses that drive operational and commercial uplift supporting our IDG organization.  

You will have the opportunity to lead initiatives independently: making decisions, collaborating closely with the IDG executive leadership team, and presenting strategic insights to management.  

International Data Group (IDG) is a global leader in technology media, data, and marketing services. With a rich history spanning over five decades, IDG and its businesses have been at the forefront of every major shift in the technology market, providing critical insights for tech suppliers and buyers. Our vision is to make the world a better place through technology. Through our global brands, IDC and Foundry, we offer proprietary data, innovative platforms, and trusted content.

This position is based in Needham, MA with a hybrid work schedule.   

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• Lead monthly financial planning and analysis cycle including forecast updates for revenue, COGS, OPEX and adjusted EBITDA, forecast vs. actual analysis, management reporting ,etc.
• Collaborate with business leaders and other finance teams to establish the budget for next year
• Provide analysis of financial results and trends to help businesses grow
• Develop financial models to support business valuation
• Aid in capital budgeting and expenditure planning process
• Conduct comparable analysis and market research to support internal financial analysis
• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of financial instruments, market conditions and trends

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or economics  required

• 3+ years of previous experience  in business finance or other relevant experience

• Strong analytical, data gathering and reconciliation skills

• High proficiency in financial forecast, variance analysis, cost analysis, resource planning and analysis

• Strong fluency with excel formulas and functions, proficiency with BI and EPM tools a plus

• Good business acumen and excellent communication skills required

• Experience with financial forecasting, financial models, variance analysis, cost analysis, excel dashboards, data mining, business intelligence

• Ability to drive process improvements.

IDG is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

At IDG, we are committed to fair and equitable pay practices. We pay our employees equitably for their work, commensurate with their individual skills and experience. The expected total annual compensation, depending on location and experience, is between $88,000 and $95,000 and is inclusive of base salary and variable compensation (if applicable). Salary range and additional compensation, including discretionary bonuses and incentive pay, are determined by a rigorous review process. This process considers the experience, education, certifications, and skills required for the specific role, equity with similarly situated employees, as well as employer-verified US region-specific market data provided by an independent 3rd party partner.