Senior Benefits Budget Manager
Location : Fully Remote (EST hours preferred; flexible across time zones)
Duration : Year long contract position
Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accounting and Finance Manager to provide financial leadership and operational support. This Budget Manager roles will oversee a large and complex financial landscape, managing numerous active projects, coordinating vendor payments, and driving improvements to financial accuracy and internal controls.
Ideal candidates will bring strong financial acumen, analytical expertise, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Budgeting & Forecasting (50%)
- Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across multiple programs, including rolling estimates, long-range planning, and annual budget cycles.
- Prepare and present financial materials to senior leadership, finance teams, and external partners.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders across accounting, FP&A, and program management teams.
- Manage large-scale financial portfolios with varying scopes and funding structures.
Financial Reconciliation & Systems Management (20%)
Reconcile general ledger (GL) data with Anaplan and Kissflow systems.Validate reconciliation items and travel & expense data; resolve vendor payment issues and data discrepancies.Partner with data and systems teams to address integration and accuracy concerns.Vendor & Invoice Management (25%)
Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor payments and invoice coordination across multiple business units.Manage funding and reimbursements for various benefit and program-related expenses.Support vendor audits, payment reconciliations, and risk reviews.Review and approve invoices, oversee international premiums, and ensure timely payment processes.Process Improvement & Reporting (5%)
Identify opportunities to enhance internal controls, streamline workflows, and improve financial transparency.Create recurring reports and dashboards to increase budget visibility and accountability.Assist in building centralized forecasting and reconciliation processes within Anaplan.Additional Responsibilities
Support budget owners in transitioning to monthly forecasting and conducting financial readouts with leadership.Deliver training sessions to improve stakeholder understanding of forecasting and reconciliation workflows.Conduct user access and audit reviews for Anaplan and Kissflow systems.Participate in financial discovery work and audits to improve data governance and spend management.Qualifications
Education : Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.Experience : 2-4+ years of experience in finance, accounting, or budget management.Executive-facing responsibilities, advanced analysis, and leadership presentations.
Technical Skills :Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, financial modeling).
Experience with Anaplan (forecasting) and Kissflow (budgeting / invoicing) preferred-training provided.Familiarity with general ledger and reporting tools.Core Competencies :Strong financial acumen and attention to detail.
Analytical and problem-solving mindset.Ability to self-manage and prioritize in a changing environment.Clear communicator with cross-functional collaboration skills.Continuous improvement and accountability focus.