Finance Manager, Optimization & Consolidations
Bloomberg Open · verified Oct 22, 2026 At a glance
Manager-level FP&A role at Bloomberg. Arlington · full-time · $120,000–$145,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Coordinate FP&A schedules, work plans and processes across teams
- Keep budget and forecast cycles aligned by setting timelines and communicating them to stakeholders
- Organize financial models, reports and templates so teams can find accurate, current versions
- Document budgeting, forecasting and investment workflows, while identifying ways to make them more efficient
- Take on special analyses and projects tied to strategic initiatives
What you bring
- At least seven years in FP&A, business analytics or corporate or strategic finance
- A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Experience managing programs or projects, including schedules, priorities and delivery under tight deadlines
- Strong analytical skills, with working knowledge of GAAP and trend or variance analysis
- Fluency in Excel and PowerPoint
Who this fits
This manager role suits someone who can coordinate finance work across teams and independently deliver projects on tight deadlines. The position is based in Arlington, United States.
From the employer
Primary Responsibilities:
Gain a financial and operational understanding of the business, including its mission, products, services, clients, initiatives, employees, industry, workflows, etc. to deliver end-to-end financials solutions and support.
Develop, manage, and communicate comprehensive schedules and timelines for budget and forecasting cycles, ensuring alignment across all stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Establish, strengthen, and maintain business partner relationships with key business contacts (both internally and externally) to deliver end-to end solutions and support.
Establish and maintain a structured organizational system for financial models, reports, templates, and related documents, ensuring version control, accessibility, and accuracy.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend best practices to increase efficiency.
Develop, standardize, and maintain detailed process documentation and templates for budgeting, forecasting, investments, and related workflows.
Drive and manage ad-hoc special projects or analysis for projects and strategic initiatives.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field of study; or equivalent experience.
7 years’ direct experience in financial planning & analysis, business analytics, and/or corporate or strategic finance.
Experience in program/project management.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate large amounts of data while succinctly summarizing findings.
Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and various financial analysis tools, such as trend and variance analyses.
Proven comprehensive knowledge of Project Management Principles, Process, and Methodologies, including creating and maintaining project schedules and utilization of project management tools.
Ability to coordinate and execute projects independently, effectively manage time, prioritize tasks and autonomously perform within tight deadlines.
Fluency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, or MS Project).
Experience utilizing a large integrated ERP/MRP computer system (e.g., Oracle, SAP).
Experience with workflow and analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or Alteryx).
Proficiency in Salesforce, Workday, or similar systems, a plus.
Experience working in a subscription-based business, a plus.
Compensation Range:
$120,000.00-$145,000.00Placement in the salary range will be decided upon completion of the interview process. Salary determination will be determined based on factors including but not limited to relevant experience, demonstrated skills related to the requirements of the role, education, certifications, and geographic location.
Equal Opportunity
Bloomberg Industry Group maintains a continuing policy of non-discrimination in employment. It is Bloomberg Industry Group’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access for all persons, and the Company is committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified individuals without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or maternity/parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law (“Protected Characteristic”). Bloomberg prohibits treating applicants or employees less favorably in connection with the terms and conditions of employment, in all phases of the employment process, because of one or more Protected Characteristics (“Discrimination”).