Senior Operations Analyst

Job Description:

About Our Organization:

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to

consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print,

digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for

more than 130 years and today has one of the world’s largest news-gathering

operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the

flagship Wall Street Journal, America’s largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron’s,

MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor’s Business Daily, Factiva, Dow

Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS and Chemical Market

Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS,

NWSLV).

About the Team:

Our Technology team drives the evolution of our Technology, Engineering, Data,

Product and User Experience functions. With a keen focus on delivering cutting-edge

solutions, we shape the digital landscape for our customers, readers, and users. From

revolutionizing visuals to optimizing tools and harnessing the power of data, mobile,

video, and social platforms, our team is committed to providing a seamless and

immersive experience across all touchpoints. Collaborating closely with our newsrooms

and strategic partners, we spearhead the development of groundbreaking products and

technologies.

About the Role:

The Operations Analyst will assist in multiple aspects of operations effectiveness. This role will focus on activities such as budgeting capital and operating expenses for the Technology Team. You will work across teams and products to share best practices and influence procedural decisions. You will report to the VP of Financial Operations within the Technology team, who will be your mentor as you grow within the team.

You Will:

• Understand the difference between capital and operational expenditures, and work closely with stakeholders to track spending, forecast expenses, and assist with budget activities

•  Prepare analysis and reports to support senior management's tactical and strategic decisions, while identifying financial risks and opportunities

• Manage purchase requisitions, statements of work, contract renewals, internal labor costs, and coordinate funding request submissions to ensure successful execution of capital projects

• Departmental support tasks

 

You Have:

• 2-4 years experience with operational activities and financial project management

• A degree in Finance or Accounting preferred

• Fundamental understanding of budgeting and forecasting

• Proficient with Google Suite

• History of relationship building and collaboration

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and a growth mindset

Our Benefits

● Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

● Paid Time Off

● Retirement Plans

● Comprehensive Insurance Plans

● Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources

● Education Benefits

● Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support

● Commuter Transit Program

● Subscription Discounts

● Employee Referral Program

Learn more about all our US benefits

Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

Business Area:

Dow Jones - Techno