Financial Analyst

Position Overview:

This role as Financial Analyst will be responsible for providing accurate financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support decision-making and strategic planning. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including accounting, operations, and senior management, to deliver insights that drive performance and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial forecasts and budgets.
• Analyze financial trends and variances to forecast results and provide insights into operational performance.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify key performance drivers, cost-saving opportunities, and potential risks.
• Evaluate financial data, perform variance analysis, and present findings to stakeholders.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to summarize key financial metrics and trends.
• Provide data-driven insights through financial reporting tools, presentations, and dashboards.
• Collaborate with department heads to review and analyze budget vs. actual performance.
• Act as a key resource for financial inquiries, helping departments understand their financial metrics and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting and analysis.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a high attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present financial data to both finance and non-finance audiences.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) is a plus.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting, ideally within a BP&A or FP&A environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with experience in financial modeling.
• Knowledge of financial software such as SAP, Anaplan, or similar ERP systems.

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