Senior Financial Analyst

Cox Automotive Inc. is transforming the way the world buys, sells and owns cars with industry-leading digital marketing, software, financial, wholesale and e-commerce solutions for consumers, dealers, manufacturers and the overall automotive ecosystem worldwide. Committed to open choice and dedicated to strong partnerships, the Cox Automotive family includes Autotrader®, Dealer dot com®, Dealertrack®, Kelley Blue Book®, Manheim®, NextGear Capital®, vAuto®, Xtime® and a host of other brands.

Cox Automotive is seeking a Sr. Financial Analyst with 5 - 7 years of experience working in successful team environment supporting budget/forecasting activities, long-range planning and ad hoc financial analysis. Candidates must have a solid understanding of financial management concepts, accounting procedures, consolidation of results from multiple businesses units, measuring and reporting of key business drivers and variance analysis, and also have the ability to manipulate and analyze large amounts of raw data. This role will also assist with analysis of new business opportunities, customer data, revenue modeling and P&L reporting. Effective communication of analysis through executive-level presentations is essential, as are interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

* Interpret financial data, variance analysis, and key business drivers to identify trends and make recommendations based on risks and opportunities. * Perform ad hoc analysis of financial data, metrics and customer data to support business decisions and evaluation of new opportunities * Understand the marketplace opportunity for areas of the business, and assist with providing insights to support strategic and operational decisions. * Assist with presentation of financial analysis and interpretations to executive-level audience * Assist with the financial planning and coordination of quarterly P&L forecasts and annual budget process, including capital expenditures. * Analyze business unit forecasts/budgets and make recommendations where appropriate. * Perform revenue and financial modeling with a perspective on bench marking, industry and consumer trend impacts on business drivers.

* Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent work experience in a financial environment required. MBA a plus. * Minimum of five years of business experience with strong focus in Financial Planning and Analysis * Strong analytical ability with track record of delivered results. * Advanced MS Excel skills required, including logical and reference formulas, financial functions, correlation through pivots and logic, best practice structure/design, assumption toggling, and formatting for executive presentations. * Solid analytical and research capabilities required. * Demonstration of strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills. * Proven ability to prepare executive level presentations and insights. * Self-starter with flexibility and willingness to balance multiple, changing priorities and work under tight deadlines and experienced in organizing, prioritizing, and coordinating one’s own work. * Advanced MS PowerPoint skills preferred * Experience with Oracle, Hyperion Planning, Reports, and Essbase is a strong plus. * Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) * Strong knowledge of financial concepts, practices and procedures * Minimal travel may be required.