Senior Lead Finance Analyst

Lumen is the trusted network for the AI‑powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high‑performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities.

At Lumen, you'll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what's next, where performance, security, and resilience matter.

This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you're ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI‑ready connectivity, join us today.

** The Role*
* The Senior Lead Finance Analyst supports the organization's Corporate Finance team, helping drive the planning, forecasting, and day-to-day management of Working Capital and Free Cash Flow. This consulting-level finance professional will partner closely with leadership, Treasury, Accounting, Tax, Procurement, Operations and other business stakeholders to manage the Company's free cash flow against both near and long-term business objectives.

The successful candidate will bring strong FP&A expertise, proficiency in accounting principles, advanced analytical capabilities, and a deep knowledge of working capital management. The candidate should have demonstrated experience in working across functions and influencing different teams.

This role offers the opportunity to help drive strategic decision-making while providing financial guidance on cash management.

** Work Location*
* Fully remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the U.S.

** The Main Responsibilities*
* + Lead Working Capital budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities for a Fortune 500 infrastructure and technology company serving as the trusted network for AI

+ Analyze monthly actuals, compare results against budget and forecast, identify key drivers of variance, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership

+ Partner with Accounting, Finance, Treasury and Business Operations teams to align cash management strategies, options, and required actions

+ Enhance Lumen's relationships with our key strategic customers, including hyperscalers and neoclouds that support Lumen's $13 billion Private Connectivity Fabric pipeline, and our vendors through working capital management

+ Develop, improve and automate financial metrics and models, reporting, dashboards, and analytical tools that improve decision-making and visibility

+ Evaluate spending trends, vendor commitments, average daily collections and past due A/R to support Working Capital planning accuracy

+ Present financial insights, recommendations, and business cases to senior and executive leadership

+ Lead the development and delivery of finance technology solutions, including ERP systems, enterprise reporting platforms, and AI-enabled analytics capabilities

+ Serve as a finance advisor on complex cross-functional initiatives, influencing outcomes and driving strategic decisions

** What We Look For in a Candidate*
* + Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field

+ 8+ years of experience in FP&A, Accounting, or a related field

+ Demonstrated experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes

+ Advanced skills in financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting

+ Proven ability to solve complex business problems using analytical and quantitative approaches

+ Strong communication and presentation skills with experience delivering insights to senior stakeholders

+ Experience managing projects or initiatives from concept through…