Financial Planning and Analysis Senior Specialist

Job Purpose

The senior Financial Analyst plays a crucial role in delivering comprehensive financial modeling, investment analysis, and market research. This position is integral to guiding the company in making informed decisions regarding project feasibility, pricing strategies, phasing, and return projections, requiring strong analytical and modeling skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models and forecasts to support investment decisions and project planning.
• Analyze financial performance through variance analysis, trend identification, and KPI tracking.
• Support the annual budgeting process in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare and update quarterly and annual financial forecasts that align with business objectives.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide financial insights and presentations to aid executive decision-making.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis and reporting to address specific business inquiries or opportunities.
• Contribute to strategic planning initiatives, including market research and opportunity assessments.
• Assist in evaluating new business opportunities through thorough financial analysis and due diligence.
• Utilize financial systems and tools to enhance data analysis and reporting workflows.
  
  

Key Accountabilities

• Deliver accurate and adaptable models that inform project feasibility, profitability, and capital planning.
• Provide actionable insights that identify deviations, risks, and opportunities for enhancing financial outcomes.
• Ensure timely and accurate consolidation of departmental inputs into a comprehensive annual budget.
• Maintain rolling forecasts that reflect evolving business conditions and support agile decision-making.
• Enhance the efficiency and accuracy of financial processes through effective system utilization and automation.
  
  

Job Specification (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modeling experience is a plus).
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and presentation capabilities.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Effective management of multiple tasks and priorities.
• Robust problem-solving skills and critical thinking ability.
• High level of integrity and dependability, with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.