Financial Analyst

Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to support financial reporting, analysis, and business decision-making. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in P&L and Balance Sheet analysis, financial reporting, budgeting/forecasting, and IFRS standards
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Experience with in the banking or financial services sector is highly desirable.

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
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• Perform detailed P&L and Balance Sheet analysis
  , identifying key variances and trends.
• Support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
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• Ensure financial reporting is accurate, timely, and compliant with IFRS and applicable accounting standards
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• Prepare management reports, financial dashboards, and analytical insights for senior stakeholders.
• Investigate financial variances and provide clear explanations and recommendations.
• Support month-end and year-end financial closing activities
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• Review financial data and perform reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Risk, Operations, and Business teams to gather and validate financial information.
• Assist with financial modelling and scenario analysis to support business decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls, and reporting efficiency.
• Support internal and external audit requirements as needed.

• Mandatory Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
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• 4–8 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, reporting, or management accounting.
• Strong hands‑on experience in P&L and Balance Sheet analysis
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• Good understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles
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• Experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
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• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced MS Excel skills, including financial analysis and reporting.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Preferred Experience
• Prior experience in banking, financial services, or other regulated financial institutions
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• Exposure to banking products, financial operations, or regulatory reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems, financial reporting tools, or BI platforms
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• Professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, CMA, CPA, or CFA is an advantage.
  
  Financial Analysis | P&L Analysis | Balance Sheet Analysis | Financial Reporting | IFRS | Budgeting & Forecasting | Variance Analysis | Financial Modelling | Reconciliation | Excel | Banking & Financial Services