Finance and Marketing Operations Specialist

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Dyson Full time

About Dyson


Dyson is a global technology enterprise with a strong presence in the US. Our headquarters is based in Chicago's Fulton Market neighborhood, and we have employees working across various locations.



About the Role


This position reports to the Finance Manager and is responsible for accurate and timely completion of Brand Building Investments (BBI) planning and month-end close for the US consumer business. The successful candidate will work closely with the US Marketing Team, providing dedicated support managing expenses and analysis related to ongoing and proposed Brand Building Investments (BBI).



Key Responsibilities



  • Lead monthly forecast meetings with Marketing Leadership Team and prepare accruals for month-end close
  • Update BBI expense tracker to support month-end close and monthly forecast process
  • Reconcile monthly BBI expenses and assist in development and communication of actual performance compared to budget, forecast, and year-over-year results
  • Maintain and update monthly cash forecast for media expenditures
  • Support Marketing Finance Manager during annual budgeting process maintaining budget templates, analyzing year-over-year trends, and consolidating/ implementing feedback from Marketing Leadership team


Serve as a Business Partner



  • Build strong relationships and provide value-added advice to Marketing Team to ensure financial results are well understood and business results optimized
  • Partner with Marketing Team to ensure expenses are accurately reflected in the BBI expense tracker
  • Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as requested to support marketing investment decisions
  • Assist Marketing team, when needed, opening purchase orders ensuring compliance to PO best practice guidelines


Requirements



  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 2-3 years of experience in an analytical finance role, preferably with experience in a marketing or sales and marketing organization
  • Prior experience in forecasting/budgeting/planning processes and reporting/analytics
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Ability to independently research and resolve tasks with awareness and motivation to collaborate when necessary
  • Ability to clearly present and communicate complex data analysis
  • Advanced knowledge/proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required
  • SAP experience preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Adaptable/flexible – able to multitask and manage competing priorities
  • Confident in building relationships and engaging with non-financial teams
  • Organized self-starter with strong ability to work independently and in a team environment


Estimated Salary Range: $65,000 - $85,000 per annum



About You


The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of financial concepts and be able to apply analytical skills to drive business results. Experience in a marketing or sales and marketing organization is highly desirable, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.



Benefits


We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive paid time off, flexible savings account, health savings account, multi-level healthcare coverage options, vision & dental coverage, company-paid short-term and long-term disability, and generous Dyson product discounts.



Equal Opportunities Employer


Dyson is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other any other dimension of diversity.



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