Permanent Role Newly Created Reporting to Head of Finance The Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Accountant will support the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes within the organization.
This role will involve working closely with various departments to provide insight into financial performance, analyze trends, and help with the preparation of financial reports.
The FP&A Accountant will also assist in making strategic financial decisions by providing accurate and timely financial data and analysis.
Key Responsibilities: 1.Financial Planning and Forecasting: oAssist in the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
oMonitor performance against budget and forecasts, analyzing variances and providing recommendations for corrective actions.
oCoordinate with department heads to gather necessary data and assumptions for budgeting and forecasting.
2.Financial Analysis: oConduct financial analysis, including profitability, cost analysis, and financial modeling to support decision-making.
oProvide insights on key financial metrics, trends, and variances from the budget.
oSupport ad-hoc financial analyses to identify areas for improvement and efficiency.
3.Reporting: oPrepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to management.
oAssist in the creation of management presentations, providing financial insights and actionable recommendations.
oDevelop and maintain financial models and dashboards for continuous tracking of performance.
4.Business Partnering: oWork closely with cross-functional teams (Sales, Operations, Marketing, etc.)
to understand key drivers of financial performance.
oOffer financial insights to senior management and department leads to support business strategy.
oParticipate in strategic planning sessions to provide financial guidance.
5.Process Improvement: oIdentify opportunities for process improvements in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
oRecommend and implement automation or other efficiencies to enhance financial reporting processes.
6.Compliance & Controls: oEnsure compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and procedures.
oSupport external auditors during audits, providing necessary financial documentation and insights.
Required Qualifications: Education: oBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
oProfessional certifications such as CFA, CIMA, or ACCA are a plus.
Experience: o3+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or accounting roles (FP&A, management reporting, or financial analysis).
oExperience in preparing financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
oExperience with financial modeling and analysis.
Skills and Competencies: oStrong knowledge of accounting principles and financial analysis techniques.
oProficiency in Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, financial modeling).
oFamiliarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and financial reporting tools (e.g., Hyperion, Adaptive Insights, Power BI).
oStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and present it in a clear and concise manner.
oExcellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with non-financial stakeholders.
Personal Attributes: oDetail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
oProactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
o Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Skills: Financial Planning FP&A Commercial Accountant management accountant