Job Title: Financial Business Analyst Company: Quantum Homes Limited Location: Kilcock, Co. Kildare Job Type: Full-Time Job Description Quantum is looking for a highly skilled and motivated Financial Business Analyst to join our dynamic team.
This role is crucial for driving data-informed decision-making and optimising our financial performance. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Data Analysis & Modelling: Conduct complex data analysis to support financial forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning. Develop and maintain financial models to assess the impact of various business scenarios and projects. Use big data analytics to extract actionable insights from extensive datasets. Financial Reporting & Insights: Prepare and present detailed financial reports and dashboards to senior management. Analyse financial performance to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement. Provide recommendations based on data analysis to support business decisions and strategy. IT & Data Management: Work with IT to ensure data integrity and accuracy across financial systems and databases. Implement and enhance data mining techniques to uncover valuable business insights. Manage and improve financial databases and reporting tools to enhance data accessibility and usability. Strategic Support: Support strategic initiatives by analysing market trends, the competitive landscape, and financial performance. Assist in developing business cases for new projects, investments, and operational improvements. Collaborate with project managers to track project costs and financial performance. Stakeholder Communication: Clearly communicate complex financial data and insights to non-financial stakeholders. Provide training and support to team members on financial systems and data interpretation. Continuous Improvement: Keep abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance analytical capabilities. Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in financial analysis and reporting. Ad Hoc Requests: Address various ad hoc requests and requirements as needed by other departments within the business. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, Data Science, or a related field.
A Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) would be advantageous. Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years' experience as a financial analyst or business analyst, preferably within the construction or a related industry. Technical Skills: Proficiency in big data analytics tools, advanced Excel, financial modelling, data mining, and IT systems integration.
Experience with SQL, Python, R, or similar programming languages is highly desirable. Mathematical Skills: Strong background in advanced mathematics and statistical analysis. Soft Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. This job description is flexible and may adapt or evolve as the role progresses over time.
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