Financial Analyst - Real Estate

This role sits within a corporate finance team focused on Real Estate Financing Affairs. The position supports financial reporting, budget monitoring, basic forecasting, reconciliations, and data validation. The successful candidate will assist the Senior Manager – Financial Management by preparing accurate financial information, coordinating routine reporting requirements, and following up on financial and system-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Monitor budget utilisation and highlight variances for review.
• Prepare basic variance analysis and supporting financial schedules.
• Collect, validate, and maintain financial data used for reporting.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements.
• Assist in cash flow monitoring and forecast updates.
• Provide financial analysis support as directed by management.
  
  

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Review and process financial transactions in line with approved policies and procedures.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Maintain accurate accounting records and financial documents.
• Follow up on outstanding balances, settlements, and account reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of trial balances and financial statements.
  
  

Systems & IT Coordination

• Coordinate with IT and system support teams to maintain the accuracy of financial dashboards and reports.
• Validate financial data displayed in dashboards and reporting systems.
• Report data issues and follow up on corrective actions.
• Support testing of system enhancements and reporting improvements.
• Assist in maintaining data quality and consistency across financial systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities related to reporting processes.
  
  

Stakeholder Support

• Coordinate with internal departments on financial information and reporting requirements.
• Support routine communication with banks and external stakeholders.
• Assist auditors by providing requested documentation and reports.
• Prepare draft responses to financial and accounting-related enquiries.
  
  

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum three years of experience in finance, accounting, budgeting, FP&A, or financial reporting.
• Exposure to financial systems, ERP reporting, or dashboard data validation is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy across high volumes of financial data.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Comfortable working within structured reporting cycles and established financial procedures.
  
  

About Senna

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