Financial Analyst  

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Analyze financial data and build financial models for decision support
• Analyze past results, perform variance analysis (including budget vs. actual), identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements
• Budgeting and planning - support the Head of Finance in driving both short- and long-term financial planning and budgeting process
• Business partnering - collaborate with business managers & teams to understand their business, help them understand their financial drivers and provide business insights

Financial Reporting

• Management reporting: assist in the preparation of month-end reports for management review, highlighting key analyses and recommendations
• Regulatory reporting: work closely with the outsourced bookkeeper to ensure accurate reporting; drive the yearly audit process with the external auditors
• Investor reporting: prepare the key financial information and operational metrics disclosed to investors
• Process review: identify and drive process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and Excel dashboards

Corporate Finance

• Develop financial models to support valuation, capital raising and M&A initiatives
• Assist in the capital budgeting and expenditure planning processes
• Conduct comparables analysis and market research to support internal financial analysis and fundraising

Operational Finance

• Treasury management: process cash disbursements and forecast weekly cash flows
• Receivables management: maintain the client database and ensure services are billed on time
• Supplier management: assist in vendor due diligence exercise, providing required financial and company information
• Database/dashboard management: maintain up to date company dashboards and database, tracking both key financial and operating metrics

Other Activities

• Conduct financial analysis for special projects as required
• Any ad hoc tasks needing financial support

Preferred Experience :

• At least 3-4 years’ experience in finance or accounting
• Consulting, advisory or audit experience from a Big 4 Firm is an advantage
• Relevant experience in financial planning and analysis, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting

Key Skills & Competencies :

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint
• Excellent financial modelling skills (preferred)
• Independent and innovative self-starter
• Ability to analyze financial data and communicate insights
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills
• Can work efficiently even under pressure and deadlines

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or any related field
• CPA, CMA, CFA and any relevant certification is a plus