Senior Analyst - FP&A

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst with 3+ years of experience to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial planning processes, and the ability to contribute to strategic decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a growing company and directly impact financial forecasting, budgeting, and overall financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning & Forecasting: Lead the preparation and analysis of periodic financial forecasts, including revenue, expenses, and cash flow. Assist in the creation of annual budgets and long-term financial projections.
• Variance Analysis: Provide in-depth analysis of monthly and quarterly variances between budgeted and actual performance, identifying key drivers and recommending actions for improvement.
• Financial Reporting: Develop and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management. Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial data for decision-making.
• Financial Modelling & Analysis: Build and maintain complex financial models to evaluate business performance, new investments, and cost-saving initiatives. Support the evaluation of strategic business opportunities through financial analysis.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, marketing) to understand financial results, provide insights, and ensure alignment with overall business objectives.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor cash flow projections and work with the finance team to ensure liquidity requirements are met, while optimizing working capital.
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess and recommend improvements in financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and decision-making.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure that all financial processes are compliant with internal policies and external regulations. Support the finance team in audits and provide necessary documentation.

Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost Management Accountant (CMA) certification.
• 3+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or similar roles.
• Strong proficiency in financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, or similar ERP systems).
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst with 3+ years of experience to join our dynamic finance team. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial planning processes, and the ability to contribute to strategic decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a growing company and directly impact financial forecasting, budgeting, and overall financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Planning & Forecasting: Lead the preparation and analysis of periodic financial forecasts, including revenue, expenses, and cash flow. Assist in the creation of annual budgets and long-term financial projections.
• Variance Analysis: Provide in-depth analysis of monthly and quarterly variances between budgeted and actual performance, identifying key drivers and recommending actions for improvement.
• Financial Reporting: Develop and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management. Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial data for decision-making.
• Financial Modelling & Analysis: Build and maintain complex financial models to evaluate business performance, new investments, and cost-saving initiatives. Support the evaluation of strategic business opportunities through financial analysis.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, marketing) to understand financial results, provide insights, and ensure alignment with overall business objectives.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor cash flow projections and work with the finance team to ensure liquidity requirements are met, while optimizing working capital.
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess and recommend improvements in financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and decision-making.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure that all financial processes are compliant with internal policies and external regulations. Support the finance team in audits and provide necessary documentation.

Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost Management Accountant (CMA) certification.
• 3+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or similar roles.
• Strong proficiency in financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, or similar ERP systems).
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.