Senior Financial Analyst

Overview

Overview of the role: This role involves leading financial planning efforts, delivering insightful analysis, and supporting senior leadership in strategic decision-making. The Senior Financial Analyst will be a trusted advisor, partnering with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance and long-term growth.

What you will do:

• Financial Planning & Forecasting
• Lead the preparation of detailed financial forecasts, budgets, and strategic plans.
• Analyze and interpret financial trends, highlighting risks and opportunities to senior management.
• Manage the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Advanced Financial Analysis
• Perform in-depth analyses of financial performance, identifying key drivers and potential risks.
• Develop complex financial models to evaluate business scenarios and investment opportunities.
• Provide insights into profitability, operational efficiency, and strategic initiatives.
• Executive Management Reporting
• Oversee the preparation of comprehensive financial reports and presentations for executive leadership.
• Present financial results, forecasts, and insights to senior stakeholders.
• Support board reporting and strategic decision-making with robust data-driven analyses.
• Leadership & Business Partnering
• Mentor and guide junior analysts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
• Build strong partnerships with department heads, providing actionable recommendations.
• Act as a finance business partner to various teams, aligning financial objectives with operational goals.
• Process Optimization & Innovation
• Lead initiatives to enhance financial processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in reporting.
• Champion the adoption of new tools and technologies, including financial software and visualization platforms.
• Establish best practices within the BP&A function, focusing on process improvement and automation.

What you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CFA, CIMA) preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting within a BP&A, FP&A, or similar environment.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
• Strong experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Anaplan) and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver results under pressure, and work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

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