Job Brief
A Senior Finance Analyst is an individual who uses forecasting, modeling, budgeting, and reporting to make sure that the company’s financial situation remains on track.
Job Description
- ● Develop financial models through benchmarking and process analysis
- ● Forecast quarterly and annual profits
- ● Prepare cost projections
- ● Analyze and report on current financial status
- ● Conduct thorough research of historical financial data
- ● Explore investment options and present risk and opportunities
- ● Coordinate with the CFO and the executive team on long-term financial planning
- ● Compare anticipated and actual results and identify areas of improvement
- ● Participate in budgeting (for departments and projects)
- ● Review accounting transactions for data accuracy
- ● Establish financial policies
- ● Maintain confidentiality of financial information and investment decisions
Job Requirements
- ● Proven work experience as a Senior Financial Analyst, Financial Analyst or similar role
- ● Hands-on experience with financial and statistical software
- ● Expertise in MS Excel (creating spreadsheets and using advanced formulas)
- ● Familiarity with finance databases
- ● Understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning systems (ERP)
- ● Up-to-date with accounting laws and regulations
- ● Excellent analytical skills
- ● Ability to present financial data using detailed reports and charts
- ● Demonstrable strategic thinking skills
- ● Confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information
- ● BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics
- ● Relevant certification (e.g. CFA/CPA) is a plus