Operations Analyst

About Our Organization:
Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to

consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print,

digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for

more than 130 years and today has one of the world’s largest news-gathering

operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the

flagship Wall Street Journal, America’s largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron’s,

MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor’s Business Daily, Factiva, Dow

Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS and Chemical Market

Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS,

NWSLV).

About the Team:
Our Technology team drives the evolution of our Technology, Engineering, Data,

Product and User Experience functions. With a keen focus on delivering cutting-edge

solutions, we shape the digital landscape for our customers, readers, and users. From

revolutionizing visuals to optimizing tools and harnessing the power of data, mobile,

video, and social platforms, our team is committed to providing a seamless and

immersive experience across all touchpoints. Collaborating closely with our newsrooms

and strategic partners, we spearhead the development of groundbreaking products and

technologies.

About the Role:
The Operations Analyst will assist in multiple aspects of operations effectiveness. This role will focus on activities such as budgeting capital and operating expenses for the Technology Team. You will work across teams and products to share best practices and influence procedural decisions. You will report to the VP of Financial Operations within the Technology team, who will be your mentor as you grow within the team.

You Will:
+ Understand the difference between capital and operational expenditures, and work closely with stakeholders to track spending, forecast expenses, and assist with budget activities

+ Prepare analysis and reports to support senior management’s tactical and strategic decisions, while identifying financial risks and opportunities

+ Manage purchase requisitions, statements of work, contract renewals, internal labor costs, and coordinate funding request submissions to ensure successful execution of capital projects

You Have:
+ **0-2 years experience with operational activities and financial project management**

+ **A degree in Finance or Accounting preferred**

+ **Fundamental understanding of budgeting and forecasting**

+ Proficient with Google Suite

+ History of relationship building and collaboration

+ Drive a culture of continuous improvement and a growth mindset

Our Benefits
- Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plans
- Comprehensive Insurance Plans
- Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources
- Education Benefits
- Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
- Commuter Transit Program
- Subscription Discounts
- Employee Referral Program

Learn more about all our US benefits

Business Area: Dow Jones - Technology

Job Category: General Management

Union Status:
Non-Union role

Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world’s top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron’s, MarketWatch and Financial News.

This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.

Req ID: 43625