MA Financial Analyst

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About this opportunity:
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to drive high-quality financial planning, analysis and insight for MACS BCS Financial Reporting & Analytics. You will own key forecasting and performance routines for your unit, provide fact-based, forward-looking guidance to stakeholders, and orchestrate financial forecast and performance activities in line with Ericsson directives, processes and tools.
This is a senior individual-contributor role combining deep finance expertise with strong business partnering and the ability to solve complex problems and influence decisions. You will work within a collaborative team of peer Financial Analyst and Data Scientist/ Analyst professionals supporting the Americas market area.
What you will do:

• Own and drive period-end closing activities, ensuring accurate, timely reporting and insightful variance analysis.
• Lead forecasting cycles, including business cases and scenario analysis, to support target setting and financial planning.
• Act as a financial advisor to stakeholders, delivering prescriptive analysis and clear storylines that shape actions and decisions.
• Work closely with MA Finance leadership to drive real-time, forward leaning insights to inform and guide decision makers.
• Drive and participate in complex initiatives and projects, providing financial insight and challenge to support strategy execution and performance improvement.
• Promote and advance automation and digital ways of working to improve efficiency and elevate planning and analysis capabilities (data analytics, visualization, advanced tools).
• Ensure compliance with Ericsson financial policies, governance and relevant directives.
• Collaborate across finance and the business to align on actions that improve financial performance and follow-up on outcomes.

The skills you bring:

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in FP&A, controlling, or project finance accounting (preferably in a multinational environment).
• Solid hands-on experience with period-end closing, forecasting and financial modeling, including scenario and risk analysis.
• Strong skills in financial analysis, forecasting, accounting & reporting and cost management.
• Experience with ERP/SAP or similar finance systems.
• High proficiency in Excel and experience with data analytics / visualization; interest in automation/digitalization of reporting and planning.
• Strong business understanding and ability to translate financials into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders.
• Proven stakeholder management and influencing skills; comfortable challenging and supporting senior counterparts.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem-solving and storytelling capabilities.
• Experience working with the Ericsson Financial Model or equivalent corporate financial frameworks.
• Experience in process improvement (Agile/scrum), automation, and digital transformation initiatives within finance.
• Experience in managing or contributing to cross-functional projects or programs.
• Familiarity with governance, risk management & compliance frameworks.

What happens once you apply?
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Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.
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DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Primary country and city: United States (US) || Plano (Country/ City)
Job details: Financial Analyst
Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your Pay
The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.
Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan : Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit's objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.
Your Health
Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.
Your Financial Security
We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson's full matching contributions of 4%. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson's Stock Purchase Plan.
Your Time
Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee's start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Additional Benefits
Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.