Financial Analyst

GCI's Financial Analyst will provide high-quality financial analysis, planning, and reporting to enable effective decision-making. Support business partners and finance leadership through accurate forecasts, performance insights, and financial governance, translating data into clear, actionable insights across the company. Drive continuous improvement of Finance processes and tools.

• ACCOUNTABILITY- Takes ownership for actions, decisions, and results; openly accepts feedback and demonstrates a willingness to improve.
• BASIC PRINCIPLES - Interacts with people in a way that builds mutual trust, confidence, and respect; adheres to GCI’s Code of Conduct for Employees – the Basic Principles.
• COLLABORATION - Works effectively with others to accomplish common goals and objectives; maintains positive relationships even under difficult circumstances.
  • Supports others through knowledge‑sharing, coaching, and guidance.
  • Works effectively across cross‑functional, fast‑paced environments, building strong partnerships.
• COMMUNICATION- Conveys thoughts and expresses ideas appropriately and professionally.
  • Communicates financial information clearly to both finance and non‑finance audiences.
  • Uses storytelling and data to influence decisions and shape business conversations.
  • Prepares clear, concise, and impactful presentations for senior executives and management.
• COMPLIANCE - Follows internal controls; protects confidential information; abides by GCI’s Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrates commitment to service excellence; gives high priority to customer satisfaction.
• RELIABILITY - Consistently follows through on assigned tasks as expected; demonstrates timely attendance at meetings, training, and other work obligations.
• RESULTS - Uses a combination of job knowledge, initiative, sound decision making, innovation, adaptability, and problem solving.
  • Demonstrates high attention to detail, strong execution, and ownership of deliverables.
  • Strong FP&A fundamentals including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Proficient in financial modeling, scenario/sensitivity analysis, and P&L/EBITDA drivers.
  • Translates complex data into clear insights, narratives, and decision‑ready recommendations.
  • Confident use of finance systems, analytics platforms, and planning tools.
  • Builds and uses dashboards/visuals to evaluate performance and communicate key trends.
  • Applies standard data definitions and ensures data accuracy; identifies and resolves data issues.
  • Leverages automation and AI tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and depth of insight.
  • Understands how financial and operational drivers connect end‑to‑end across the business.
  • Anticipates risks and opportunities; applies scenario planning to guide decisions.
  • Focuses on outcomes and value creation rather than only reporting historical performance.
• SAFETY & SECURITY - Supports a safe work environment by following all workplace safety rules and guidelines; complies with applicable Security policies and procedures.
• TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY - Proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to complete job duties effectively, such as using the company intranet and to accurately retrieve and input information into database or equivalent.
  • Proficiency in Excel, including the ability to use formulas, create dynamic charts, build macros, and automate tasks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of reporting and model development.

Additional Job Requirements:

This is an intermediate level position within the discipline focused on building accurate financial analyses, supporting planning processes, and ensuring data integrity. This role emphasizes strong analytical execution, structured problem‑solving, and collaboration with partners to gather inputs and validate assumptions. Demonstrates broad knowledge and proficiency in areas of responsibility. Performs complex tasks and job duties, receiving minimal instruction on routine work and general instruction on new assignments. Works under moderate supervision with latitude for independent judgment. Supports higher level staff in implementing more complex projects.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Required: *A combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, or relevant field. *
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, finance, or related background, to include: *
  • At least one (1) year of financial modeling experience.

Preferred: 

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
• CPA or CFA certifications.
• Knowledge of Oracle or equivalent accounting system.
• Telecommunications experience. 
• Relevant telecom industry or job specific certifications.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS: 

• This position may require access to reliable transportation for occasional travel between retail store locations, offices, worksites, or other locations as needed.

• Work is primarily sedentary, requiring daily routine computer usage.
• Ability to work shifts as assigned, work in standard office/home office setting, and operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to accurately communicate information and ideas to others effectively.
• Physical agility and effort sufficient to perform job duties safely and effectively.
• Ability to make valid judgments and decisions. 
• Available to work additional time on weekends, holidays, before or after normal work hours when necessary. 
• Must work well in a team environment and be able to work with a diverse group of people and customers.
• Virtual workers must comply with remote work policies and agreements.