About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

At Lumen, Contract Managers – Finance within the ROW/Dark Fiber group are responsible for financial management of various right-of-way (ROW), 3rd party fiber & conduit and/or pole agreements related to Lumen’s leased and owned dark fiber network across North America. Contract Managers partner with Lumen’s internal accounting teams to develop and manage the financial reporting (including budget forecasts, amortization schedules, cash payments and accruals) associated with these ROW and dark fiber assets. In addition, Contract Managers conduct financial analyses and audits, manage disputes, perform account reconciliations, and manage budget reductions.

Location

This role is Work from Home and can be based anywhere in the United States.

The Main Responsibilities

• Budget Management (Forecasting, Amortizations, Cash, Accruals)

• Contractual Financial Analysis and Audits, including expense recognition and account reconciliation.

• Assist Contract Management and Contract Acquisition teams in financial management of contracts.

• Dispute management with 3rd Party and ROW providers.

• Uses several techniques to solve complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires a review and analysis of several factors.

• Provides solutions to complex issues by employing multiple skill sets and relying on both past experiences and novel approaches.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Experience in contract negotiation and management

• Proficient use of Microsoft Office

• Must be a strong multi-tasker and have experience coordinating across departments.

• 2+ years of relevant experience

• Bachelor's degree in management, finance or related field. A combination of education and experience is acceptable

Preferred:

• Additional experience in business management, financial management, real estate contract management & negotiation, or the legal field is preferred.

Compensation

The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's qualifications.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$63980 - $85300 in these states: AR, ID, KY, LA, ME, MS, NE, SC, and SD.

$67340 - $89780 in these states: AZ, AL, FL, GA, IN, IA, KS, MO, MT, NM, ND, OH, OK, PA, TN, UT, VT, WV, WI, and WY.

$70710 - $94270 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NV, NH, NC, OR, and RI.

$74070 - $98760 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DE, DC, IL, MD, MA, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA.

As with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and other business needs.

What to Expect Next

Requisition #: 335764

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

Salary Range

Salary Min :

63980

Salary Max :

98760

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/compensation-information) We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. You can learn more by clicking here. (https://centurylinkbenefits.com)

Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.

Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Application Deadline

11/09/2024