Senior Manager, Finance - Lumen Digital

at Lumen in Boise, Idaho, United States

Lumen is the trusted network for the AI-powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high-performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities.

At Lumen, youll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for whats next, where performance, security, and resilience matter.

This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If youre ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI-ready connectivity, join us today.

The Role

Lumen is seeking a Senior Manager of Finance to support Lumen Digitals financial planning and performance management. This role will serve as a key leader responsible for integrating financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and KPI reporting into a cohesive view of the business.

The ideal candidate will bring strong financial acumen, experience in digital or consumption-based business models, and the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights that support executive decision-making.

Work Location

Fully remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the U.S.

The Main Responsibilities

Financial Modeling & Digital Economics

+ Develop and maintain driver-based financial models that link product strategy, pricing, and customer usage to revenue, margin, and overall business performance.

+ Perform scenario and sensitivity analysis to evaluate risks, opportunities, and strategic alternatives.

+ Support development of business cases and investment analysis , including linking spend to growth, margin, and payback.

Forecasting, Budgeting & Planning

+ Lead key components of the forecasting and budgeting process , including assumptions development, financial modeling, and executive reporting.

+ Establish and maintain a repeatable planning cadence that connects commercial activity (pipeline, installs, usage, retention, pricing) to financial outcomes.

+ Partner with business leaders to ensure plans are aligned with operational drivers and strategic priorities.

Performance Management & Variance Analysis

+ Perform detailed variance analysis comparing forecast to actual results, identifyi