Sr. Finance Manager - Advisory Services - job 9 of 21

As a Senior Finance Manager at Advisory Services, your primary responsibilities will include collaboration with global finance teams and leaders, managing the consolidation of the Advisory Services P&L, and leading comprehensive financial analyses like long-term planning and forecasting of Revenues and Opex. You will also ensure data integrity in financial reporting, oversee budgeting, and drive business improvements across our consulting and managed services portfolios.

For the Senior Finance Manager position at Advisory Services, candidates should possess strong finance and business partnering skills, ideally with experience in a public company setting. A robust understanding of FP&A functions and a depth of business acumen in advisory consulting and managed services practices are critical. Leadership experience and the capacity to implement continuous improvements are also essential.

The Senior Finance Manager at Advisory Services plays a crucial role in financial planning by supporting annual financial planning activities, collaborating with various teams for effective revenue planning, and conducting detailed forecasting analysis. Monitoring key performance indicators and recommending solutions to achieve desired business outcomes further enhance the effectiveness of financial planning efforts.

The work environment for a Senior Finance Manager at Advisory Services is hybrid, offering flexibility in working from home and the office. The specific expectation of days in the office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager, allowing for a balance that promotes both productivity and collaboration across teams.

In the role of Senior Finance Manager at Advisory Services, you will conduct a variety of financial analyses, including long-term planning, revenue forecasting, budgeting, and month-end reporting. Additionally, you will perform ad hoc analyses to support management reporting, ensuring accuracy and integrity in all financial data.

To answer this question effectively, you should outline your structured approach to gathering data, collaborating with stakeholders for insights, and utilizing historical data to project future financial scenarios. Highlight your strategic thinking and analytical skills to demonstrate your capability in delivering accurate forecasts.

When asked about managing competing priorities, focus on your organizational skills and your ability to assess the urgency and impact of each task. Provide examples of how you've successfully balanced multiple projects, perhaps using project management tools or strategies to ensure timely delivery of financial reports.

In your response, share a specific example where you analyzed financial data and market trends to make informed recommendations. Highlight your data analysis methodologies, the collaborative process with other departments, and the positive outcomes that resulted from your recommendations.

Here, discuss any financial software (like Excel, SAP, or Oracle) or reporting systems you have used in previous roles. Highlight your proficiency in utilizing these tools for budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, and how they contributed to enhancing efficiencies or accuracy in reporting.

To address accuracy in financial data, discuss the processes you implement for verification, such as cross-checking figures, regular reconciliation, and maintaining strong documentation. Share your commitment to integrity in reporting and how this standard impacts overall business decisions.

Discuss your ability to simplify complex financial data into clear, concise presentations suited for non-financial stakeholders. Mention the use of visual aids, storytelling techniques, and the importance of relating financial metrics to broader business goals.

Explain the strategies you use to facilitate open communication channels between finance and operational teams. This may include regular meetings, joint planning sessions, or collaborative software tools that encourage engagement and alignment on key objectives.

Here, emphasize the importance of KPIs such as revenue growth, profitability margins, forecast accuracy, and operating expense management. Discuss how these indicators help guide strategic decision-making and operational efficiencies within the team.

Respond with a relevant experience where you led a financial change initiative, detailing your steps in identifying the need for change, collaborating with relevant parties, and implementing solutions. Highlight the measurable impact of your efforts on the organization's financial performance.

Discuss your knowledge and experience with compliance and regulatory standards, particularly how you've ensured adherence to financial regulations in past roles. This could include familiarity with GAAP or IFRS standards and how you've navigated compliance challenges successfully.