Financial Analyst, FP&A 18O25

A Financial Analyst specializing in FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) is a critical role within an organization, responsible for providing strategic insight and data-driven decision support to enhance company performance and achieve financial goals. This position involves analyzing financial data, forecasting future financial standings, and crafting sophisticated financial models for business planning. An FP&A analyst must not only be adept with numbers but also possess excellent communication skills to relay key insights to stakeholders at all levels. The position requires an acute attention to detail, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to work under tight deadlines, ensuring timely and accurate analysis that informs leadership decision-making process. This role is ideal for someone looking to influence and shape the financial success of a company in a dynamic and competitive business environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial models and forecasts to support business planning and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports for senior management review and decision-making.
• Analyze historical financial data to identify trends and assess future financial risks.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather pertinent financial information effectively.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and maintain rolling forecasts throughout the year.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business strategy and operations.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare forecasts to actual performance effectively.
• Support mergers and acquisitions processes by analyzing financial scenarios and implications.
• Maintain and update financial models to reflect current market conditions and business changes.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards in all analytical activities.
• Work closely with accounting teams to ensure accurate financial data reporting and integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in financial planning and analysis or similar roles.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis software, including advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical skills with an ability to interpret complex financial data effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to present financial insights clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.
• Experience with financial reporting tools such as Hyperion, SAP, or similar systems.