Senior Financial Analyst (225-909)

A Senior Financial Analyst plays a critical role in a company's financial planning and analysis function. This position is essential for providing insights and forecasts that steer company strategies and ensure robust financial health. The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for assessing financial performance, analyzing trends, and evaluating projects and investments. This role requires someone with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a comprehensive understanding of current economic conditions. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication abilities to convey complex financial concepts in a clear and concise manner to stakeholders. They must also be proactive, able to work independently, and adept at leveraging financial models and tools to drive business initiatives and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support business decisions and strategies.
• Analyze variances, identify drivers, and provide comprehensive reports on financial performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create accurate financial forecasts and budgets.
• Present financial reports and analyses to senior management and stakeholders effectively.
• Monitor and interpret financial trends to provide strategic and tactical guidance.
• Evaluate financial performance of projects and continually track progress against targets.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards consistently.
• Conduct financial analysis to support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.
• Perform cost-benefit analyses to improve operational and financial efficiency.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Assist in the design and implementation of robust financial systems and processes.
• Guide less experienced analysts and assist in their professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis or a related role.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and Excel is essential for this role.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly and effectively.
• Previous experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar is preferred.
• Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders in a corporate environment.