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ABOUT AVID
Avid makes technology and collaborative tools so creators can entertain, inform, educate and enlighten the world. Our customers are the visionaries behind the most inspiring feature films, television programs, news broadcasts, televised sporting events, music recording and live concerts.
To learn how Avid powers greater creators or for more information, visit www.avid.com.
JOB SUMMARYAs the leader of the Deal Desk function, you will use your proven advanced analytical & finance skills to provide independent assessment of deal proposals and drive an efficient deal approval process. Supporting the Vice President, FP&A, you will coordinate with Sales, Sales Operations and other relevant stakeholders to model the financial aspects of client engagements, strategic partnership agreements, and other sales transactions.RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
- Act as a trusted business advisor to Sales leadership and SME on the margin and revenue implications of large and complex deals
- Provide financial support for Avid’s channel sales program, including strategic partnership agreements
- Provide timely and comprehensive financial analysis to enable effective structuring and efficient closing of deals, ensuring compelling business cases for both Avid and its customers
- Drive globally consistent financial deliverables, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal policies, GAAP and commercial standards
- Support proposal/project teams through management of deal review and enabling the transition to delivery
- Independently perform bespoke financial analysis and projections
- Translate detailed financial concepts into usable insights and reports for the business
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in finance or pricing related role
- 2+ years of experience in deal desk-related role, with familiarity with deal structures
- Demonstrated ability to translate financial data into tangible business insights
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment and effectively manage stakeholders from across the company
- Detailed knowledge of Salesforce reporting and workflows
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Excellent organization and prioritization skills
- Strong interpersonal skills as well as written and verbal communication skills
Avid is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
What We Do
We help media visionaries create art that colors our perceptions and enriches our culture. We make innovative technology and collaborative tools that inspire and spark joy so creators can entertain, inform, educate and enlighten the world.
We believe in our artists. We believe in our industry leaders. And we believe in the future of entertainment. We have a rich, 30-year history of powering media and
entertainment. But we know our history doesn’t determine our future, so we are always evolving, committed to making good better and better best.
We make many products, but we only do one thing: maximize the mediums of amazing makers. At Avid, every minute, of every day, we are powering greater creators.
