Corporate Financial Analyst

About the job Corporate Financial Analyst

JOB PURPOSE:

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and preparation of various financial reports. This role requires proficiency in Oracle NetSuite and NSPB (NetSuite Planning and Budgeting), and a deep understanding of financial metrics, as well as the ability to analyze and communicate financial data to support strategic decision-making.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1- Manage the end-to-end financial planning process using NSPB (NetSuite Planning and Budgeting), including creating, updating, and monitoring budgets and forecasts.

2- Analyze financial data and performance metrics to provide insights into key business drivers and trends.

3- Prepare and present detailed financial reports, including Budgets vs Forecasts vs Actual income statements by area, by brand, by profit centre, by location, and other segments.

4- Monitor variances between actual financial results, forecasts, and budgets, identifying and highlighting key drivers of deviations.

5- Assist in the development of financial models to support long-term financial planning and scenario analysis.

6- Collaborate with department heads such as Human Resources, Marketing, and Digital Transformation team, to create detailed budget templates and drivers that align with the company's strategic objectives.

7- Develop and maintain financial models to support scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and long-term financial projections.

8- Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with business units to gather inputs, review assumptions, and consolidate financial plans.

9- Maintain accurate and updated information regarding the financial data of cost centers, such as manpower planning, marketing and advertising planned events, digital transformation new software implementation and development, site renovation and other projects. 

10- Coordinate with the accounting team to ensure accurate allocation of expenses across different segments.

11- Implement and enhance financial planning processes and tools to streamline reporting and increase accuracy.

12- Collaborate with the IT team to optimize the functionality and reporting capabilities of NetSuite and NSPB systems.

13- Conduct regular reviews of key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to measure the company's progress against targets and forecasts.

14- Prepare ad hoc financial analyses and reports as requested by direct supervisors and management, supporting strategic decision-making.

15- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, providing financial insights to aid in driving business performance.

16- Provide guidance to other team members on financial analysis techniques and NSPB usage.

17- Perform any other work assigned to you by the management, when required.

Education: 

A Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Audit or Finance

Experience:

Minimum of 4 years of experience in the field of finance

Skills:

Netsuite and Microsoft Excel