Financial Analyst Ii
Cox Communications (Wichita Western, Kansas)

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Description: Cox Job Summary:
The purpose of this position is to provide financial support and analysis for the Kansas\Arkansas system. Specific duties include providing analytical support for business planning and analysis initiatives including the budgeting/ forecasting process, financial reporting, income statement and balance sheet analysis, develop and implement PC schedules to support this analysis; and perform related work as required.

Cox Job Specifications:
Provide financial support to the assigned Vice President(s) and the functional department(s) on an on-going basis, including but not limited to; budget, forecast, financial impact analysis, etc.
Partner with department leaders to provide analytical support to help them understand the financial impact of their decisions and improve decision-making process. Analyzes financial statements to ensure results are accurately stated, researches inconsistencies caused by both local and corporate input, and participates on monthly pre-close conference call with team members. Uses analytical tools to translate trends and variances into meaningful feedback.
Provides reports and analysis to local senior management to explain current and future financial performance.
Creates and updates PC schedules on a monthly basis (such as a rate-volume analysis) relating to revenues/expenses/capitals (for explaining variances to forecast/budget and as assistance in preparing succeeding budgets.) Creates end user data base queries to uncover customer account inconsistencies, refers to appropriate departments for resolution, and follows-up to ensure corrections are made and to obtain customer data for input to various reports. Other duties as assigned.

Cox Communications is a multi-service broadband communications and entertainment company with more than 6 million total residential and commercial customers. The third-largest cable television company in the U.S., Cox offers an array of advanced digital video, high-speed Internet and telephony services over its own nationwide IP network, as well as integrated wireless services in partnership with Sprint (NYSE: S). Cox Business Services is a full-service, facilities-based provider of communications solutions for commercial customers, providing high-speed Internet, voice and long distance services, as well as data and video transport services for small to large-sized businesses. Cox Media offers national and local cable advertising in traditional spot and new media formats, along with promotional opportunities and production services. More information about the services of Cox Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cox Enterprises, is available at www.cox.com, www.coxbusiness.com, and www.coxmedia.com.



Cox Communications, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. We have a tradition of encouraging a wide diversity of talents through a broad range of hiring practices. Please note those individuals submitting resumes online or by mailing a resume are not considered an applicant for employment until a signed employment application form is completed, usually at the time of interview. Qualifications: Cox Job Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required. Minimum of three years experience in finance or related accounting functions required. Strong interpersonal skills needed for interaction with upper levels of management required. Excellent verbal and written communications skills needed to express findings to all levels of employees. Advanced knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Excel including business and financial modeling.
Working knowledge of A3 planning software, Essbase and Oracle Financial system a plus.
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
Ability to prioritize work schedule to meet deadlines. Proven ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to perform under short time-frames and in stressful circumstances.
Understanding of GAAP. Understands internal controls and displays audit competency.
Strong financial planning skills required.
Dexterity to operate a personal computer.
Ability to read small print in manuals and various financial documents.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time. Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience Job Location: Wichita, KS Job Number: 6292 Company URL: http://www.cox.com/CoxCareer/ Company Profile: As the third largest cable provider in the nation, Cox Communications, Inc. is noted for its high-capacity, reliable broadband delivery network as well as the company's ability to provide superior customer service. For Cox, it's not about being the biggest; it's about being the best.