What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at United Communications?
IT’S NOT GOING OUT OF OUR WAY; IT IS OUR WAY!
At United Communications, we’ve been connecting Middle Tennessee communities for over 75 years. What began as a rural telephone service in 1947 has evolved into one of the region’s fastest, most reliable internet providers—recognized by Broadband Now for top speeds and customer satisfaction. We deliver fiber, fixed wireless, and DSL solutions with a personal, local touch. In partnership with Middle Tennessee Electric, we’re expanding broadband access to underserved areas, making this an exciting time to join our growing team and build your career.
WHY UNITED?
- Award-Winning Culture: 2023 & 2024 Best Places to Work
- Trusted Local Employer for over 75 Years: 4.7 Google Star Rating
- Commitment to Employee Well-Being & Satisfaction: Employee-Focused Benefit Offerings
- Top 100 Fiber-To-The-Home Leader
- 401k Match, HSA, and more!
SUMMARY
The Financial Analyst is a key partner across the organization, providing analysis, insights, and reporting to support strategic decisions. This role leads financial reporting, prepares board and leadership presentations, and collaborates with department heads to evaluate performance and identify improvement opportunities. The ideal candidate has strong analytical and communication skills, with advanced Excel and financial system proficiency to turn complex data into actionable insights that drive growth and efficiency.
POSITION SCHEDULE AND ONSITE REQUIREMENTS
This is a direct-hire, full-time position located at our Murfreesboro, TN office, with hybrid flexibility available after training.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties include the following, but other duties may be assigned as required.
- Prepare and support the development of monthly financial management reports, including budget-to-actual analysis, variance explanations, and key performance metrics for department leaders and executive management.
- Create and deliver clear, insightful financial presentation materials for management and Board-level meetings, translating complex data into understandable narratives that highlight performance drivers, trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with department leaders to gather financial inputs, analyze business performance, and support decision-making through variance analysis, forecasting updates, and scenario modeling.
- Identify opportunities to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency, contributing to the enhancement of automated tools, dashboards, and streamlined reporting processes.
- Conduct detailed financial analyses, including revenue and expense trends, labor productivity, capital spending, return-on-investment reviews, and evaluation of growth or cost-optimization initiatives.
- Ensure strong data integrity across financial reporting systems by reviewing inputs, validating results, and helping maintain timely and accurate delivery of key financial metrics.
- Support ad hoc financial and operational analyses requested by leadership to inform strategic planning, business cases, and operational performance reviews.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related business field required; an advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., MBA, CPA, CFA) is a plus.
- Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or FP&A; telecommunications industry experience is a plus.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data modeling) and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Proficiency with financial systems, ERP platforms, and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar); ability to develop and automate financial reports is preferred.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex financial data and support strategic decision-making.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across departments, including with senior and executive leadership.
Want to learn more about who we are, explore our core values, and discover additional career opportunities? Visit us at www.united.net and join us in building the future of connectivity.