Business Unit Controller

Would you like to take ownership of our data and analytics reporting?

Do you enjoy leading teams to success through innovation?

About Us

LexisNexis, a part of RELX, is a leading global provider of legal, regulatory, and business information. We help customers increase productivity and improve decision-making and outcomes. Our 10,500 experts and innovative tools help us shape a better world for our customers and communities.

About the Role

LexisNexis Reed Tech (a division of RELX, Inc) is seeking an experienced Business Unit Controller to join its finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for P&L reporting, budgeting, and forecasting, performing profitability analyses, and identifying opportunities for cost savings in the Government business unit. This is a highly visible role that offers a chance to work directly with senior leadership and shape our business' future.

Conditions of Employment:

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation and achieve Public Trust security clearance.
• Home based Hybrid role within driving distance to our Horsham, PA Office

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust cost accounting systems to track costs for various service lines, departments, and projects for the Government business unit 
• Prepare detailed cost per unit analyses to determine profit margins across different service offerings 
• Allocate overhead costs appropriately to departments and projects  
• Analyze spending and costs regularly to highlight inefficiencies and cost reduction opportunities specific to Reed Tech 
• Prepare regular revenue price volume reporting and analysis 
• Partner with Operations leadership team and department heads to understand cost drivers and provide decision support analysis  
• Communicate cost analysis results and recommendations proactively to Reed Tech management 
• Support monthly close process by providing timely cost analysis and reporting within 3 business days of month end 
• Continuously look for ways to improve analysis methods and processes 
• Work closely with the broader LexisNexis finance and accounting teams on central reporting and analysis 
• Develop annual P&L budgets and forecasts for the Government business unit 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field;
• Relevant experience in cost accounting and analysis  
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills 
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities with attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in data analysis and cost modeling using Excel

• Knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles 
• Ability to manage competing priorities around month end close, annual budgeting and forecasting process, and adhoc requests 

Additional Experience

• Knowledge of PeopleSoft and Hyperion financial systems
• Experience with PowerBI
• MBA

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people.

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working with Us

LexisNexis Legal & Professional is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Together, we are building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career, as this role is global, benefits may vary according to your location. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
-Health care plans and benefits
-Modern Family Benefits, including maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
-Life assurance and accident policies
-Comprehensive pension and retirement plans
-Access to learning and development resources
Your recruiter will advise you on the benefits package for your location

LexisNexis, a division of RELX, is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form: https://forms.office.com/r/eVgFxjLmAK , or please contact 1-855-833-5120.