Financial Analyst

Job Brief

A Financial Analyst is a financial advisor that helps teams and companies make the most out of their finances. They can provide advice and guidance on how much to invest in bonds or stocks. They can also help you determine which investments will bring you the best return.

Job Description

• ● Consolidate and analyze financial data (budgets, income statement forecasts etc) taking into account company’s goals and financial standing
• ● Provide creative alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance
• ● Assemble and summarize data to structure sophisticated reports on financial status and risks
• ● Develop financial models, conduct benchmarking and process analysis
• ● Conduct business studies on past, future and comparative performance and develop forecast models
• ● Identify trends, advise company and recommend actions to a senior financial analyst based on sound analysis
• ● Track and determine financial status by analyzing actual results in comparison with forecasts
• ● Reconcile transactions by comparing and correcting data
• ● Gain and update job knowledge to remain informed about novelty in the field
• ● Consult with management to guide and influence long term and strategic decision making within the broadest scope
• ● Drive process improvement and policy development initiatives that impact the function

Job Requirements

• ● Proven working experience as a Finance Analyst
• ● Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office and financial software applications
• ● Hands on experience with statistical analysis and statistical packages
• ● Outstanding presentation, reporting and communication skills
• ● Proven knowledge of financial forecasting and diagnosis, corporate finance and information analysis
• ● Well informed in current financial subjects, accounting, tax laws, money market and business environments
• ● BS degree in Finance, Economics or related field