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Uniti is a premier insurgent fiber provider dedicated to enabling mission-critical connectivity across the United States.
nWith a steadfast commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and superior network capabilities, Uniti builds, operates and delivers critical fiber-based communications services to connect and empower people and businesses .
n nAbout the Role:
nThe Sr. Analyst is responsible for senior-level analysis, administration, and oversight of third-party off-net expenses and network lease expenses to support accurate payment operations, cost management, financial reporting, and business decision-making. This role performs complex review of vendor invoices, network lease charges, contractual rate information, inventory data, service records, and related financial documentation to identify billing discrepancies, cost variances, financial risk, and opportunities for expense improvement. The Sr. Analyst is expected to work with a high degree of independence, apply sound analytical judgment in situations where processes may be limited or evolving, develop practical recommendations, coordinate cross-functionally to resolve complex issues, and provide management-ready insights that support operational efficiency, financial controls, and expense optimization.
nWhat You'll Do:
nnnIndependently review and analyze third-party off-net and network lease expense activity to support accurate, timely, and well-controlled payment processing.
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nnAnalyze vendor invoices, network lease charges, contractual rate information, usage records, inventory data, service records, and financial documentation to determine billing accuracy and financial impact.
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nnReconcile vendor charges and network lease expenses against internal inventory, service, lease, and financial records; identify discrepancies, missing information, and potential areas of financial exposure.
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nnResearch billing, inventory, contractual, lease, and payment variances; document findings; coordinate resolution; and determine appropriate next steps when procedures or prior examples are not clearly defined.
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nnAnalyze cost trends, exceptions, recurring billing issues, vendor charges, and network lease expense activity to identify savings opportunities, financial risks, and areas for process improvement.
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nnReview unscheduled maintenance charges related to network lease expenses; work cross-functionally with operations, engineering, vendors, lessors, and other stakeholders to validate charge accuracy, supporting documentation, service impact, and appropriate cost allocation.
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nnPrepare clear, data-supported summaries and recommendations related to third-party off-net services, network lease expense, and related cost categories.
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nnServe as a knowledgeable resource for internal teams regarding off-net expense trends, network lease expense activity, invoice exceptions, reconciliation practices, and vendor billing questions.
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nnApply independent judgment when reviewing payment, billing, and network lease expense issues, including situations that require analysis beyond established procedures.
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nnCoordinate with internal departments, external vendors, lessors, and business partners to resolve disputed charges, clarify billing or lease expense issues, validate service records, and improve expense-record accuracy.
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nnRecommend improvements to procedures, reporting methods, and reconciliation processes to improve payment accuracy and reduce unnecessary third-party off-net and network lease expense.
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nnPrepare analytical reports, variance summaries, accrual support, and management-ready updates to support budgeting, audit, and decision-making activities for third-party off-net and network lease expenses.
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nnTake ownership of assigned recurring review activities, exception queues, documentation, and follow-up needed to support expense management processes.
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nnSupport audits, budgeting, accrual review, vendor governance, lease expense review, and other financial planning activities related to off-net and network lease expense management.
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n nDo You Have:
nnnBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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nnExperience in financial analysis, cost analysis, expense management, accounting, billing operations, lease expense review, vendor management, or related analytical work.
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nnAbility to analyze financial, contractual, operational, lease, and inventory data and summarize findings in a clear and practical manner.
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nnStrong analytical, problem-solving, reconciliation, and research skills, including the ability to evaluate issues where procedures may be limited, incomplete, or evolving.
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nnAbility to evaluate cost variances, identify potential issues, recommend practical next steps, and support management review of third-party off-net and network lease expenses.
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nnStrong Excel, reporting, and data interpretation skills; ability to create summaries or analytical tools that support expense review.
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nnStrong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain findings, issues, and recommendations to internal stakeholders.
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nnAbility to work independently on assigned responsibilities, manage competing priorities, follow through on issue resolution, and use sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
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n nEven Better:
nnnExperience with telecommunications, off-net services, network lease expense, vendor billing, circuit inventory, service validation, or inventory reconciliation.
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nnExperience independently supporting variance research, vendor dispute resolution, lease expense review, financial controls, or recurring expense review activities.
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nnExperience identifying financial trends, recurring billing or lease expense issues, and cost-reduction opportunities.
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nnKnowledge of internal controls, invoice review, lease expense review, audit support, accrual review, and financial risk awareness.
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nnExperience assisting team members, sharing process knowledge, or supporting documentation and review activities.
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n nPhysical Tasks - Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting and Stationary: Continuously: 67-100% | Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33% | Carrying: Occasionally: 0-33% | Reaching: Occasionally: 0-33% |Lifting -Lowering >1-15 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | Repetitive Hand Action: Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66%
nAudio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100% | Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% | Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%
nEquipment Used in Job Performance : Computer, Printer, Fax, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier
nThe starting compensation range for this job is $63,500 to $70,500. Our compensation approach is designed to be fair and competitive. Pay for this role is based on factors such as your experience, skills, education, and location.
n nActual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
nOur Benefits:
nnnMedical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
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nn401K Plan
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nnHealth & Flexible Savings Account
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nnLife and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
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nnEducational Assistance Plan
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n nUniti is an equal opportunity employer. At Uniti, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans.
nNotice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti's network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or contact HR Legal ( ) as soon as possible for information on Uniti's foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.
nNotice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre-employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third-party with the Candidate's written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.
nJob Details
nJob Family Procurement
nJob Function Multi Discipline
nPay Type Salary
Worksite address
north little rock, AR, 72019, US
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