Operations Specialist

Job description

Discover what you can do at IBM.

IBM Marketing & Communications Operations (MCO) Specialists support business strategies and goals to drive operational efficiency and effectiveness, transformational change and operational transactions for the Marketing & Communications function.

This role includes responsibility for tracking budget, including line item plans and progress, ledger verification and current budget outlook. You should also be able to advise, train and assist Marketers on the Marketing budget and spending approval tools. You will also need to to identify and resolve any procurement issues and be able to work with Finance to research any ledger discrepancies. You'll need to have good written and oral communication skills and should be able to clearly and confidently communicate financial terms and processes to non-finance audiences.

Previous experience in a finance or operations role and competency with financial reporting systems and tools is prerequisite for this role.

This role is also responsible for the business controls process and compliance. Consistency across the organization is required to reduce the risk for a business controls exposure. Additionally, you will support the management of education initiatives including new hire on-boarding and a wide array of other activities, as needed.

This role is located in IBM offices in Austin, Texas.

Must have the ability to work in the US without current/future need for IBM sponsorship.

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Auto req ID

194639BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

Marketing & Communications Operations Professional
State / Province

TEXAS
Primary job category

Marketing & Communications
Company

(0147) International Business Machines Corporation
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
ERBP

Yes
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

Up to 10% or 1 day a week
IBM Business Group

CHQ/OTH
Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree
City / Township / Village

AUSTIN
EO Statement

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  3+ years experience in a finance or operations position
·  Competency with financial reporting systems and tools
·  Advanced Excel skills
·  Knowledge of, and ability to interpret and apply, finance and accounting policies, practices, and systems
·  Excellent financial analytical skills combined with superior attention to detail
·  Ability to multi-task, affect change across functions, and work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a track record of delivering results
·  Degree in Business Management or closely-related major
Country/Region

United States
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  2+ years experience with Operational Management Systems
·  Strong Financial background
·  Professional and capable of working under pressure
·  A positive, can-do attitude
Secondary Job Category

Marketing & Communications Operations
Eligibility Requirements

·  None
Position Type

Professional
Early Professional Track

Not Applicable - Professional Hire