About this opportunity
News Corporation lists this Director, FP&A opportunity in new york, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
NYC - 1211 Ave of the Americas
Full time
Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world's largest news-gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America's largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron's, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor's Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).
About the Role
The Finance Director of Dow Jones will play a critical leadership role in driving the financial performance and strategic direction of multiple key business segments within Dow Jones. You will serve as a strategic advisor to the Advertising, Events, Leadership Institute and Brand Marketing operating teams, providing insights and guidance to enable data-driven decision-making and ensure the business achieves its financial and operational goals. You will be based in our NYC office reporting to the SVP of Finance.
You Will:
P&L Ownership:
Have full accountability for the Profit and Loss statement, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
Maximize revenue growth by leveraging financial insights to develop innovative strategies, optimize product offerings, and identify new market opportunities.
Monitor and manage costs, ensuring operational efficiency and margin optimization.
Drive financial performance through strategic initiatives, operational efficiencies, and market positioning.
Own the forecast, budget and Long Range planning process.
KPI Development and Management
Establish and track key financial indicators across revenue and cost dimensions to gauge business performance.
Implement cost-related KPIs to ensure fiscal discipline and transparency.
Operational Excellence:
Lead the enhancement of revenue reporting systems to ensure accuracy and integrity in financial data.
Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other departments for optimal resource and headcount management.
Strategic Leadership:
Serve as a key financial advisor to the group leaders, helping shape and balance short-term performance with long-term strategy.
Work closely with sales leadership and other cross-functional leaders to pinpoint opportunities and mitigate risks.
Lead the Budget and Long Range Plan strategic planning process.
Team Leadership:
Build and guide a high-performing team, fostering a culture of transparency, accountability and collaboration.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Serve as a liaison for key internal and external stakeholders.
Communicate business performance, financial analysis, risks, and opportunities to Dow Jones senior management effectively.
Enhance collaboration across Dow Jones business units to capitalize on enterprise-wide opportunities.
You Have:
Analytical Expertise: Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to identify and address critical financial issues.
Financial Modeling Proficiency: Advanced financial modeling skills with high proficiency in Excel, enabling detailed and strategic analysis.
Operational & Strategic Insight: Strong operational background with the capability to implement financial plans effectively. Demonstrated ability to think strategically, translating complex data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
Effective Communication: Strong communication skills, capable of engaging and influencing stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a related field.
12+ years of experience in financial roles with a track record of progressive responsibility.
Proven capability to develop and implement strategic plans in a dynamic environment.
Exceptional analytical and financial skills.
Strong leadership qualities with a focus on team collaboration.
Excellent communication skills, capable of inspiring and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
Our Benefits
Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plans
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
Education Benefits
Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Family Care Benefits
Commuter Transit Program
Subscription Discounts
Employee Referral Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/Vets
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Business Area: Dow Jones - Finance
Job Category: Finance
Union Status:
Non-Union role
Base Pay Range: $175,000 - $210,000
We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.
For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.
For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.
Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations across the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world’s largest newsgathering operations globally.
It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America’s largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron’s, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance and Dow Jones Newswires. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
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