Marketing Budget Analyst

Job details:
Job Title: Global Events Finance & Operations Analyst
Location: Remote
Job Duration: 12+ Months
Pay Range : $40 per hour

Job Description:

We are seeking an operationally rigorous Global Events Finance & Operations Analyst to serve as the financial backbone of our global event portfolio. This role reports to the VP, Global Events & Customer Programs and ensures disciplined financial management, procurement governance, and operational excellence across a multimillion-dollar global events ecosystem

This role partners cross-functionally with Marketing Operations (MOPS), Finance Business Partners, Procurement, and the organization's leaders to manage cost centers, oversee Allocadia planning, administer PR/PO processes, and maintain financial accuracy across systems including GraphiteConnect and Netsuite

Develop, monitor, and manage multiple global cost center budgets aligned to annual operating plans and corporate objectives.

Partner with department leaders to establish budget targets and ensure adherence to financial plans.

Manage our Allocadia for our 5 cost centers - entering and adjusting (including foreign exchange and VAT attributions where applicable) Conduct recurring budget reviews and recommend resource allocation optimizations.

Responsibilities:

Allocadia Ownership & Governance

Serve as primary owner and subject matter expert for Allocadia within the organization.

Maintain accurate, real-time budget data and ensure forecasting integrity in our Allocadia.

Partner with Finance and MOPS to ensure budget tracking aligns with pipeline attribution and marketing performance metrics.

Graphite Connect & Netsuite Administration (PR Function)

Utilize Graphite Connect and Netsuite for PR tracking, vendor documentation, and reporting.

Collaborate with Finance and IT teams to address system enhancements or issues.

Ensure financial data integrity between Netsuite and Allocadia systems.

Budget Analysis & Reporting

Analyze budget variances and provide insights to senior leadership.

Prepare executive-level reports, forecasts, and financial summaries for large-scale events and quarterly reviews.

Identify areas of risk, overspend, or optimization opportunities.

Required:

3-4+ years of prior experience with FP&A and an emphasis on budget management.

Strong proficiency with:

Allocadia (or similar marketing budget software) ERP systems such as Netsuite Google Sheets / Excel (advanced proficiency)

Experience supporting marketing and global events organizations strongly preferred.