Lumen is the trusted network for the AI-powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high-performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities.
At Lumen, you'll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what's next, where performance, security, and resilience matter.
This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you're ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI-ready connectivity, join us today.
The Role
Key member of a nimble, highly skilled team owning all financial aspects of Lumen's multi-billion-dollar Private Connectivity Fabric (PCF) business. Lumen's PCF business includes large network infrastructure commercial deals across a portfolio of customers. This critical Business Finance team member is responsible for supporting new deal strategy, developing multi-year integrated forecasting, and P&L and cash flow management of Lumen's PCF business in partnership with key company Business and Finance leaders
Work Location
Fully remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the U.S.
The Main Responsibilities
Support PCF new deal strategy from a Finance lens and in deep partnership with Lumen cross-functional teams
Analyze new PCF deal pricing, commercial structures and expected financial statement recognition
Build and run both standard and custom financial modeling of new deal opportunities, understanding short- and long-term financial and strategic impacts of the deals to Lumen as a whole
Support existing and future processes related to PCF deal flows, funnel reporting and new sales reporting
Proactively reconcile internal management reporting and externally disclosed financial metrics
Help develop integrated, multi-year forecasting of Lumen's existing PCF business P&L and cash flows in partnership with key Business stakeholders and Finance leaders
Update tracking of deal performance and execution against contract requirements, budgets and previous outlooks
Support predictive cash collection and cash flow processes & models related to signed PCF deals
Support development of PCF financial materials for company executive leaders
Develop AI and/or automation use cases and implement into the role's day-to-day activities
What We Look For in a Candidate
4+ years of experience
Excellent Communication (written and verbal) skills required and can be catered to all levels of the organization
Extremely strong financial modeling skills
Ownership and growth mindset
Trusted advisor to the business and a strategic thinker
Strong competencies with the MS Office suite and integrating AI into daily output
Builds strong relationships across organization, creates an environment in which people communicate honestly and openly, and information is readily shared.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations and challenges.
A team player and high performer.
Flexible in a changing environment.
Ability to work well under pressure and execute on aggressive deadlines.
Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
Highly organized, strong drive to learn and passionate about personal success and success of the company.
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
$84,629 - $112,838 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 WY
$88,860 - $118,480 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$93,092 - $124,122 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA 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
LI-Remote
Requisition #: 342401
Life at Lumen
Life at Lumen is human and connected, even in a fast moving, AI-focused organization. We set clear expectations and trust people to meet them. With real support and shared accountability, teams collaborate better, move faster, and deliver meaningful outcomes.
Our Lumen 8 behaviors guide how we interact, make decisions, and work together, shaping a culture built to perform and win.
To learn more about Life at Lumen and how we live the Lumen 8, please visit:
https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/life-at-lumen
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
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Disclaimer
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