Financial Analyst

We are excited to add this position to our growing team! LiveOak Fiber employees enjoy 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as bonus potential. At LiveOak Fiber, you will be part of a team that values your ideas, contributions, and career growth. Our offices are located just minutes from the beautiful Emerald Coast of Florida and the gorgeous Golden Isles of Georgia. The following is an overview of the role and what we are looking for in a successful candidate.

POSITION OVERVIEW &PURPOSE  

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for supporting LiveOak Fiber’s financial strategy and operations. This position will analyze past and present financial data of the organization and estimate future revenues and expenditures, applying principles of finance. The Financial Analyst will assist the Chief Financial Officer in preparing reports for senior leadership and the board of directors with strategic vision and approach to improve the company’s overall financial health.  

• Analyzes records of present and past operations, trends and costs, estimated and realized revenues, administrative commitments, and obligations incurred to project future revenues and expenses. 
• Documents revenues and expenditures expected and submits to management. 
• Develops financial/accounting concepts for financial planning and control. 
• Assists in preparation of special studies, analyses, and recommendations in areas such as budgets, forecasts, financial plans, governmental requirements, statistical reports, and business forecasts. 
• Advises management on matters, such as effective use of resources and assumptions underlying budget forecasts. 
• Interprets budgets to management. 
• Conducts and may lead audits. 
• May assist in financial analysis of legislative projects to develop capital improvement budget. 
• May act as consultant to management on financial policies, procedures, and applications. 
• May assist communities in developing budget and efficient use of funds. 
• May provide functional and technical direction to other staff members. 

• High level of personal integrity; models and is an example for the organization values; leads and fosters collaboration  
• Experienced in Broadband and/or telecommunications  
• In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial management and all local, state, and federal regulations  
• Results-oriented and meticulous  
• Strategic thinker and problem solver who can design and implement strategic initiatives; anticipates problems and develops proactive solutions  
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels  
• Familiarity with private equity funding and capital structure 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, advanced with Microsoft Excel; ability to learn and adapt to new software  
• Comfortable presenting reports in front of large groups and various stakeholders 

• Bachelor / Master’s degree in accounting or Finance  
• 3 years minimum experience in an financialanalyst  role for a consumer-focused broadband provider, preferably fiber overbuilder. 
• Outstanding knowledge and understanding of GAAP, SOX compliance and SEC reporting.  
• Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills  
• Significant experience working with external auditors, internal controls and compliance-related issues  
• Must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.  

• MBA 
• Experience in a start-up company 
• Advanced knowledge of private and public investment structure 

• Sitting- > 65%  
• Walking- up to 20%  
• Standing- up to 20%  
• Reaching- up to 10%  
• Lifting and/or bending- up to 10%  
• Work environment- indoors and outdoors  
• Travel- 10%  

STATEMENT  

The qualification requirements, physical demands, and work environment characteristics described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job successfully.  

This job description in no way states or implies that the essential duties described are the only responsibilities involved in the position. The employee is required to follow any other instruction and to perform any other duties by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.  

This job description in no way states or implies a contract of employment. LiveOak Fiber reserves the right to modify this job description at their discretion at any time and will notify the employee of the change.  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. At LiveOak Fiber, we are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to promote inclusiveness in everything we do. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LiveOak Fiber is also committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).