Budget & Financial Operations Analyst

Job Title: Budget & Financial Operations Analyst
Location: Atlanta GA
Work Mode: 100% Remote (Potential travel once a year)
We’re seeking a Budget & Financial Operations Analyst to support a global Marketing Operations organization. This role partners with Finance, Procurement, Marketing, HR, and vendors to manage budgets, forecasts, purchasing, and contractor spend.
Must Have Skills:
Strong Budgeting expertise
Experience with Allocadia and/or Uptempo platforms
Strong financial analysis, forecasting, and variance analysis
Experience with Procurement, Purchase Orders, and Vendor Management
Reconciliation, accruals, and month-end close experience
Highly detail-oriented with strong accuracy
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables/PivotCharts
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Key Responsibilities:
Manage annual budget planning, AOP, forecasting, and spend tracking
Perform financial analysis, variance analysis, and cost optimization
Manage purchase requests, POs, approvals, and budget transfers
Support month-end close, accruals, reconciliations, and invoice approvals
Manage vendor relationships, contracts, onboarding, and performance
Oversee contingent workforce/contractor spend and administration
Prepare financial reports and monthly business reviews
Identify budget risks, funding gaps, and cost-saving opportunities
Partner with Finance, Procurement, HR, AP/AR, and Strategic Sourcing
Improve and standardize financial/procurement processes and controls
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
5–7 years of experience in financial operations, FP&A, budgeting, procurement, or business partnering
Experience supporting marketing, sales, or other commercial functions preferred
Experience with AI applications and Microsoft PowerPoint

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