Operations and Analytics Manager

Knoxville, TN | Full-time contract role requiring onsite presence.

About the role

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who enjoys driving operational efficiency, supporting business decision-making, and improving reporting and financial processes during a period of organizational transition. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting activities
• Perform billing, transaction, and account reconciliations
• Review contracts, expenditures, and operational data
• Prepare recurring reports and business insights for leadership
• Assist with financial analysis and business decision support
• Partner with stakeholders across multiple functional areas
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies
• Support operational reporting and performance tracking initiatives

Requirements

• Experience in business operations, finance, accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, procurement, contract administration, or related areas
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and working with data
• Experience creating reports and presenting information to stakeholders
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated problem-solving and process improvement capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Financial modeling and forecasting experience
• Experience with Power BI or similar reporting and visualization tools
• ERP system experience
• Experience supporting complex operational environments
• Ability to work effectively across multiple business functions and leadership teams

Pay

Competitive hourly rate based on experience.