General

The purpose of the Financial Analyst role in Professional Services is to provide in-depth financial analysis, prepare regular financial reports for management, and work with department heads to manage the backlog & develop budgets and long-term financial forecasts.

Essential Functions

1. Financial Analysis and Reporting on Professional Services activities:

• Conduct thorough financial analysis, including but not limited to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

• Prepare regular financial reports for management, highlighting key performance indicators and financial trends.

• Provide insights into financial data, helping stakeholders understand the implications and make informed decisions.

• Prepare periodic KPI reports and share with stakeholders with analysis.

• Understand and execute Profit & Loss Management, Receivable & Payable tracking, Operating performance analysis based on metrics impacting business goals.

2. Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Work closely with department heads to develop annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts.

• Monitor budget performance and collaborate with department leaders to address variances and ensure adherence to financial plans.

• Update & report monthly forecasts based on changes in business scenario.

3. Strategic Planning:

• Contribute to the development and execution of the organization's strategic plans.

• Conduct financial modelling to assess the financial impact of strategic initiatives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with overall business objectives.

4. Financial Process Improvement:

• Continuously evaluate and enhance financial processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Implement best practices in financial management and reporting.

5. Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with other departments, such as marketing, operations, and human resources, to gather relevant data and ensure alignment with overall organizational goals.

• Collaborate with external stakeholders, including auditors, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies, as needed.

6. Ad hoc Analysis and Special Projects:

• Undertake ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as assigned by senior management.

• Provide decision support through scenario analysis and other relevant financial modelling.

Skills

• Bachelor's / master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

• Proven experience in financial analysis, planning, and reporting with clear financial concepts and understanding.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft excel is mandatory

• Financial modelling and data analysis tools is desirable.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

The purpose of the Financial Analyst role in Professional Services is to provide in-depth financial analysis, prepare regular financial reports for management, and work with department heads to manage the backlog & develop budgets and long-term financial forecasts.

Essential Functions

1. Financial Analysis and Reporting on Professional Services activities:

• Conduct thorough financial analysis, including but not limited to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

• Prepare regular financial reports for management, highlighting key performance indicators and financial trends.

• Provide insights into financial data, helping stakeholders understand the implications and make informed decisions.

• Prepare periodic KPI reports and share with stakeholders with analysis.

• Understand and execute Profit & Loss Management, Receivable & Payable tracking, Operating performance analysis based on metrics impacting business goals,

2. Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Work closely with department heads to develop annual budgets and long-term financial forecasts.

• Monitor budget performance and collaborate with department leaders to address variances and ensure adherence to financial plans.

• Update & report monthly forecasts based on changes in business scenario.

3. Strategic Planning:

• Contribute to the development and execution of the organization's strategic plans.

• Conduct financial modelling to assess the financial impact of strategic initiatives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with overall business objectives.

4. Financial Process Improvement:

• Continuously evaluate and enhance financial processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Implement best practices in financial management and reporting.

5. Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with other departments, such as marketing, operations, and human resources, to gather relevant data and ensure alignment with overall organizational goals.

• Collaborate with external stakeholders, including auditors, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies, as needed.

6. Ad hoc Analysis and Special Projects:

• Undertake ad hoc financial analysis and special projects as assigned by senior management.

• Provide decision support through scenario analysis and other relevant financial modelling.

Skills

• Bachelor's / master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

• Proven experience in financial analysis, planning, and reporting with clear financial concepts and understanding.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft excel is mandatory

• Financial modelling and data analysis tools is desirable.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.