STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS (S3) HAS AN OPENING! Strategic Staffing Solutions (S3) is currently looking for a Pricing Specialist for a contract opening with one of our Fortune 500 clients located in Wayne, NJ! Title: Pricing Specialist Location: Wayne, NJ Duration: 9 MO Role Type: W2 Contract position Role Summary:
The Pricing Specialist will manage the day to day budgetary aspects of projects.
Support the financial management processes run on behalf of projects.
Ensure that proper control and accuracy is maintained at all times
Support the integrity of project forecasting and reconciling actual costs incurred to the forecasted amounts (managing accruals where necessary)
Provide accurate and timely financial reports to the Project Control Manager as required
Ensure that the project adheres to requirements of the wider financial management processes and systems
Ensure that the relevant financial control processes are used and appropriate audit trail maintained at all times
Undertake some analyst the General Ledger to ascertain work stream actual costs to support the Project Accountant
Track invoices and ensure they are marked-up correctly for the correct cost center
Undertake ad-hoc analysis requests raised by the Project Control Manager (PCM) e.g. headcount, seat count, supplier costs, etc.
Report of the forecasts and associated variance analysis, and ensuring that the forecasts have integrity and fully reflect delivery risks
Work within and look for ways to develop the standardized processes for financial and performance reporting
Provide consistent and clear explanation for financial data, processes and procedures
Apply and monitor compliance with accounting and control standards in the provision of financial information
Collaborate with the strategy & planning contacts, assist in providing consistent financial planning including application of accounting standards, challenge to forecasts, and reporting to assistant financial controller
Skills:
Strong Excel, Access. PowerBI skills are desirable
Fluency in SAP and other ERP systems (JD Edwards)
Customer focused: Keep the customer at the center of all business decisions
Strong business acumen: sufficient business exposure and experience to interpret analytical results and translate into ideas and/or actionable recommendations. Experience in evaluating, defining, and operational processes to improve quality, productivity, performance and financial results
Results-Oriented: A driver who possesses the ability to take actions and implement effective solutions in a timely manner.
Problem Solver: A creative yet pragmatic problem solver. Methodical and hands-on as well as detail-oriented.
Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills: A team player and builder, receptive to ideas from others. Shares information and keeps team members and partners informed. Works effectively with others to identify and resolve issues. Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to interact successfully with various levels of management as well as a diverse work force.
Experience:
Experience in SAP or other ERP systems
3-5 years of Sales, Marketing and / or Pricing experience
Demonstrated experience in commercial operations
Demonstrated experience in on-time delivery of activities
Demonstrated experience in influencing change through others
Education:
Bachelor's Degree
How to Apply: send resume and contact information to David Gudino, Sourcing Specialist, at . The S3 Difference The global mission of S3 is to build trusting relationships and deliver solutions that positively impact our customers, our consultants, and our communities. The four pillars of our company are to:
Set the bar high for what a company should do
Create jobs
Offer people an opportunity to succeed and change their station in life
Improve the communities where we live and work through volunteering and charitable giving
As an S3 employee, you're eligible for a full benefits package that may include: