Finance Manager 2

Overview

We are seeking a Finance Manager 2 to support the T-Mobile MX Account Team at Samsung Electronics. This role is focused on budget management, forecasting, and program oversight, driving data-driven insights across the mobile ecosystem (phones, tablets, wearables, accessories).

This is not project-based work—it is an operational role with ongoing responsibilities and strong long-term potential. High-performing contractors are often extended due to ramp-up time and business continuity needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze channel sales trends and financial metrics to support business strategy and growth.
• Manage program submissions, documentation review, and cross-file validation to ensure data accuracy.
• Oversee marketing expense tracking, forecasting, and budget alignment.
• Consolidate and deliver monthly budget requests and compare against allocated budgets.
• Handle change requests, working with business/program owners to understand needs and provide recommendations.
• Support strategic initiatives, providing insights to senior leadership.
• Analyze competitor and carrier performance (e.g., earnings, trends, KPIs).
• Lead cross-functional meetings, workshops, and strategic discussions.
• Manage third-party partner relationships for business intelligence support.
• Identify process gaps and implement continuous improvements.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Fully onsite – Bellevue, WA
• 40 hours/week (general expectation: ~9–5; flexible within reason)
• Occasional overtime depending on business needs
• Highly collaborative, cross-functional environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience considered)
• 5+ years of experience in finance, analytics, or strategy
• Strong experience in revenue forecasting and cost optimization
• Advanced Excel proficiency (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, INDEX/MATCH)
• Ability to compile and synthesize large datasets into clear summaries
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in telecommunications, retail, or carrier channel environments
• Background in FP&A or marketing finance
• Experience working with marketing budgets or program funding (nice to have)
• Experience presenting to and influencing senior stakeholders
• Exposure to tools like Tableau, Alteryx, or similar (not required)

Top Skills

Technical

• Revenue forecasting
• Cost optimization
• Advanced Excel (data consolidation + analysis)
• Budget management and financial analysis

Soft Skills

• Strong business judgment and data storytelling
• Ability to work with ambiguity and multiple stakeholders
• Communication and influence without authority
• Cross-functional collaboration

Additional Candidate Notes

• Role is individual contributor, but works closely with business owners and leadership
• Focus is marketing finance + program/budget management (not pure strategy)
• Opportunity for growth into long-term finance/budget ownership roles
• Will not be limited strictly to submissions or budgeting—broader exposure possible
• Strong emphasis on accuracy, detail, and ability to work with numbers logically

Interview Process

• Round 1: 30-minute WebEx interview
• Round 2: Onsite or additional virtual round (determined after Round 1)
• Candidates must be open to relocating at their own expense if not local