Analyst - FP&A

The FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) Specialist is a key member of the finance team responsible for providing financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making. This role involves budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance reporting.

Your Responsibilities:

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Develop and maintain annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted results.
• Identify trends and provide insights to improve forecasting accuracy.
• Ability to build detailed financial forecasts, including projections of P&L, BS, and CF statements.

Financial Modeling

• Build and maintain complex financial models to evaluate business opportunities and support valuations
• Conduct scenario planning and sensitivity analysis.
• Support strategic planning initiatives with financial modeling.

Performance Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Performing scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate the financial impact of different assumptions and variables
• Evaluating financial information critically, identifying potential issues, and suggesting effective solutions.
• Conduct market research to understand industry trends, competitive landscape, and market opportunities.
• Analyze competitor financials and strategies to benchmark performance and identify opportunities.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards.
• Analyze financial performance and provide insights to management.

Strategic Planning

• Support the development of long-term strategic plans.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide recommendations.
• Evaluate potential mergers and acquisitions.

Requirements

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• MBA or professional certification (CFA/CA/ACCA) is a preferred.
• 3-4 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, modeling, or related area.

Your Competencies

Technical:

• Proficiency Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and VBA/macros for automation and efficiency.
• Proficiency in developing and reviewing complex financial models
• Understanding of Data Sciences applications and working knowledge of Business intelligence tools
• Knowledge and practical experience with various valuation methods such as discounted cash flow (DCF), and comparable company analysis.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability in financial models, forecasts, and reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.

Behavioral:

• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Quality and Results focused
• Learning Agility
• Creativity and innovation
• Service Excellence
• Agility and Adaptability
• Communication
• Planning and Organizing
• Problem Solving