Financial Analyst

esponsibilities

• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts in collaboration with business units.
• Monitor adherence to budgets and highlight variances.
• Financial Modelling
• Build and maintain financial models for scenario analysis, profitability, and investment decisions.
• Support strategic initiatives with data-driven insights.
• Performance Analysis
• Conduct variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast) and identify key drivers.
• Provide actionable recommendations to improve financial performance.
• Reporting
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management.
• Create dashboards and KPIs for business performance tracking.
• Business Partnering
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with operational strategies.
• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders.
• Process Improvement
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance reporting accuracy.
• Implement best practices in planning and analysis.
• Required Skills & Competencies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modelling
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, and variance analysis.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or management reporting.
• Familiarity with QB
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Accuracy of forecasts and budgets.
• Timeliness and quality of financial reports.
• Effectiveness of variance analysis and recommendations.
• Stakeholder satisfaction and business impact.