Financial Planning Analyst

Seeking a detail-oriented, highly organised FP&A Analyst to join our FP&A Finance team. The FP&A Analyst will support the FP&A Finance Director and act as business partner for assigned Functions/Departments. Responsible for assisting with financial forecasting, budgeting, and analysis to support strategic decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong financial modelling skills, an in-depth understanding of accounting principles, and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget Process (AOP), monthly and quarterly forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Develop and maintain financial models for various business units and projects.
• Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, KPIs and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant information for financial analysis.
• Support the monthly/Quarterly close financial reporting process, including variance analysis and management reporting.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analyses and reports as needed to support decision-making.
• Assist in the evaluation of potential investments, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Continuously improve financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy, optimising automated processes wherever possible.
• Support Senior Business Partners to ensure full visibility on Forecasting, Annual Planning and Management Reporting.
• Develop, manage and maintain the go-to-market compensation model.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3-5+ years of applicable experience in financial planning and analysis, or a similar role.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software applications.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement analysis & management reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge & experience in using financial/accounting software applications to query data and report financials, ie Anaplan, Oracle DB.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and Administrative

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