About Lumen
Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up - committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.
We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.
The Role
As a Finance Manager at Lumen, you will oversee a team of analysts managing the monthly sales close process and reporting global sales data accurately and on time. You will manage the sales data mart to align with reporting guidelines and work with IT to handle production processes, development activities and reporting tools. Your role includes contribution towards strategic planning, updating sales definitions annually, improving processes, driving continuous improvement, and overseeing the sales reporting function. You will coordinate with Sales, Sales Operations, FP&A, Accounting, and Sales Compensation teams, and support research on sales reporting matters.
Work Location
This is a remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the U.S.
The Main Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end Sales Reporting close processes with understanding of order entry/billings systems, data governance, corporate data warehouse architecture, reporting marts, reporting dashboards, sales definitions, and sales compensation impacts. Global annual sales KPI exceed $200M across multiple CRMs and over fifteen order entry systems. Key KPI for business performance with senior leadership scrutiny.
Co-develop and maintain global sales reports, reporting tools, and KPIs ensuring accuracy, reliability and performance.
Collaborate and drive critical cross-functional reporting projects across partners in FP&A, Sales, Operations, Sales Compensation, and IT (Plan and drive production support, testing, and development-related issues). Manage and build high performing teams; hire and retain the right talent in the right roles; set goals, delegate work, hold reports accountable; develop and empower direct reports to make decisions and act. Work closely with FP&A on alignment to budget/quota process.
Demonstrate Company's values (High level of integrity and dependability with strong sense of urgency within results-oriented technology team), maintain a positive open demeanor, encourage different points of view, move team forward through change; provide timely information; communicate @context for business decisions; recognize accomplishments; foster teamwork and collaboration
Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities and projects, some under tight time restraints.
Excellent written and verbal communication and data presentation skills, including an ability to effectively communicate with both business and technical teams
Desire to learn AI and apply to business processes. Technical proficiency with data manipulation and analysis using tools like SQL and Excel.
What We Look For in a Candidate
8 years of experience in technology, telecommunications or related industries.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance, Business, Management, Computer Science, or IT.
Skilled in managing daily/monthly production close activities and driving operational efficiencies in fast-paced environments.
Expertise in sales KPIs, sales compensation planning, business operations, financial acumen (accounting principles, SOX policies, auditing, and Data Warehouse systems), and SQL-based data management/mining.
Proven ability to interact with technical teams to develop and support enterprise-level solutions.
Strong communication, collaboration, project management, and problem-solving skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
Understanding of AI concepts and ability to apply in business setting utilizing Microsoft Copilot and other AI tools.
Compensation
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.
Location Based Pay Ranges:
$103,711 - $138,281 in these states: AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, WI, WV, and WY.
$108,896 - $145,195 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.
$114,082 - $152,109 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA.
Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.
Learn more about Lumen's:
Benefits (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/benefits-statement)
Bonus Structure
What to Expect Next
Based on your job application information you may be given the opportunity to complete a video interview immediately after applying. This will include a set of questions for you to record a response to in addition to Game Challenges. Completion of this video interview is a requirement in order to be considered for our open position. Now not a good time? No worries, we will also send you an email with a link to complete the video interview. We strongly recommend that you complete this within 5 days of your application date.
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Requisition #: 338080
Background Screening
If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Equal Employment Opportunities
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
Disclaimer
The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.
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Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.
Application Deadline
06/20/2025
