Post Sales Finance Analyst

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. Were a global close-knit community united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike enabling the coordination thats critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters and help us build a safer future.

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Post Sales Finance Analyst to join our Finance team. This critical role is responsible for the financial integrity analysis and forecasting of all post-sales activities including revenue gross margin inventory and operational performance. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between finance and operations providing actionable insights to drive profitability and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and Own comprehensive monthly and quarterly financial reporting including detailed revenue forecasts performance dashboards and key performance indicator (KPI) tracking for post-sales operations.

• Conduct in-depth variance analysis (Actual vs. Forecast/Budget) on revenue cost of goods sold (COGS) and operating expenses clearly articulating the financial drivers and presenting findings to management.

• Lead the monthly departmental expense review (MBR) preparing detailed Actual vs. Budget analysis for operational departments and partnering with budget owners on cost optimization strategies.

• Manage the end-to-end financial process for customer orders including preparing and analyzing backlog reports to ensure accurate monitoring timely invoicing and appropriate revenue recognition in accordance with internal policies and external standards (e.g. ASC 606/IFRS 15).

• Act as a key liaison with the Accounting team to ensure the accurate and timely recording of complex post-sales financial transactions and adherence to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS).

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Sales Operations Legal) to gather necessary data implement controls and proactively resolve any revenue recognition issues.

• Analyze and reconcile inventory reports providing oversight and governance to track stock levels manage inventory valuations and ensure accurate financial reporting of COGS and gross margin accuracy.

• Perform financial analysis on post-sales initiatives (e.g. service contracts warranty costs logistics) providing data-driven insights and recommendations to enhance profitability and efficiency.

• Support project controlling by analyzing project profitability tracking project milestones and ensuring financial controls are in place for key customer deliverables.

• Stay current and ensure full compliance with new and evolving accounting standards and regulations related to revenue recognition and post-sales activities.

• Provide targeted support for ad-hoc financial modeling due diligence and special projects as directed by the Finance leadership.

Basic Requirements

• 5 years of progressive experience in finance accounting or a related analytical role preferably within an environment focused on post-sales finance (e.g. revenue COGS inventory).

• Strong foundational knowledge of financial principles corporate accounting concepts and demonstrable experience with project controlling.

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics or a related field (CPA/CFA or relevant certification is a plus).

• Advanced English language skills are mandatory.

• Proficiency in Spanish is highly desirable.

• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets (e.g. pivot tables advanced formulas financial modeling).

• Demonstrated experience with financial software and Business Intelligence (BI) tools such as Tableau Power BI or similar with a proven ability to leverage technology for reporting automation and process optimization.

• Exceptional attention to detail and a relentless commitment to accuracy and data integrity in financial reporting.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to clearly articulate complex financial data to non-finance stakeholders.

• Proven organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.