Financial Analyst – Planning & Analysis

To support the company’s financial planning, budgeting, and performance monitoring processes. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing reports, identifying variances, and providing actionable insights to drive business decisions and ensure fiscal discipline across all departments. Key Responsibilities: 1. Financial Planning & Budgeting: - Assist in the development and consolidation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts. - Collaborate with department heads to align operational plans with financial targets. - Maintain and update financial models to reflect business changes. 2. Performance Monitoring & Reporting: - Prepare monthly and quarterly financial performance reports (P&L, variance analysis, cash flow). - Monitor actual spend vs. budget and investigate significant variances. - Present findings to management with clear explanations and recommendations. 3. Business Partnership & Advisory: - Act as a financial advisor to department managers, providing data-driven guidance. - Support decision-making through scenario analysis, ROI calculations, and cost-benefit analysis. - Participate in cross-functional meetings to ensure financial accountability. 4. Process Improvement & Systems: - Develop and automate financial reports using tools like Excel, Power BI, or Tableau. - Recommend improvements to budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.