Senior Financial Analyst – Wholesale*

Description Position Type:  Full-time Regular

Business Unit Area/Functional Area:  Accounting/Tax/Finance/Purchasing

Relocation Approved:  No

Job Description:
Clearwire's technology changes lives! If you are motivated by having a role where what you do each day directly influences the way people work and communicate, Clearwire may be the company for you. Clearwire, founded in October 2003 by telecom pioneer Craig O. McCaw, is a provider of simple, fast, portable and reliable wireless high-speed Internet service. Clearwire customers connect to the Internet using licensed spectrum, thus eliminating the confines of traditional cable or phone lines. Headquartered in Kirkland, Wash., the company launched its first market in August 2004 and now offers service in 16 states across the U.S. as well as in Europe.On May 7, 2008, Clearwire Corporation and Sprint Nextel Corporation entered into a definitive agreement to combine their next-generation wireless broadband businesses to form a new wireless communications company to expedite the deployment of the first nationwide mobile WiMAX network. In conjunction with this agreement Intel Corporation (through Intel Capital); Google Inc.; Comcast Corporation; Time Warner Cable Inc; and Bright House Networks have collectively agreed to invest $3.2 billion into the new company. Senior Financial Analyst – WholesaleClearwire is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join the Finance team. The Senior Financial Analyst will be responsible for provide analytical support for our fast growing Wholesale business, including modifying existing financial models and reports, and creating new reports and processes to inform senior management of results. Qualified candidates will have a proven track record in developing and providing timely and accurate information and analysis in a fast paced, dynamic environment.Responsibilities:

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-to-date financial and performance reports.

Ensure reporting is complete, accurate, and timely.

Provide analysis and feedback on financial and key performance measures of the Wholesale business, including root cause variance, explanations and highlighting trends, issues, opportunities, and risks.

Support strategic planning, annual budgeting, and periodic forecast processes.

Work cross-functionally to develop and maintain allocated market-level financial reports.

Develop and maintain new financial models to measure and forecast existing and new business opportunities.

Support other analysis and projects as directed.Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Three to five years of experience as a financial analyst or related title.

Working knowledge of financial and management accounting principles.

Advanced financial modeling skills.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Access, Oracle, and Cognos experience a plus.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.