Manager - Financial Analysis

Description:

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Analysis & Reporting:

- Lead and perform complex financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.

- Prepare comprehensive financial performance reports for senior executives.

- Interpret financial data and provide strategic recommendations to support decision-making.

Project Coordination & Documentation:

- Coordinate multiple financial analysis projects, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.

- Maintain thorough documentation for analysis activities, methodologies, and outcomes.

- Drive continuous improvements in analytical processes and data integrity.

Team Leadership & Development:

- Manage and mentor a group or section of financial analysts.

- Assign tasks, review deliverables, and guide analysts on best practices.

- Provide training, coaching, and performance evaluations for junior team members.

Stakeholder & External Partner Management:

- Serve as the main financial point of contact for external firms, consultants, and auditors.

- Coordinate financial reviews, respond to inquiries, and ensure alignment with external stakeholders.

- Present findings and recommendations to internal and external audiences.

Strategic Planning & Support:

- Support senior finance leadership in strategic planning, budgeting cycles, and corporate initiatives.

- Conduct scenario analysis, risk assessments, and long-term financial modeling.

- Support business units with insights that improve financial performance and operational effectiveness.

Required Skills & Competencies:

- Strong knowledge of financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis

- Expertise in financial reporting tools and advanced Excel skills

- Ability to manage multiple projects with high attention to detail

- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities

- Excellent communication and presentation skills

- Proven ability to lead and mentor financial analysis teams

- Strong organizational skills and ability to work with cross-functional departments

Education & Experience:

- Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (Masters degree preferred)

- 8+ years of significant financial analysis experience

- Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience working in corporate finance, FP&A, or financial consulting

- Familiarity with ERP systems, financial planning tools, and BI platforms

- Advanced certifications (CFA, CMA, CPA) are an advantage