Financial Analyst

As a Senior Financial Analyst – Controlling / Planning Specialist, you will be at the forefront of transforming our financial strategy through automation and advanced reporting. You will support the Head of Regional Controlling with high-level financial tasks, including managing monthly closing, journal entries, general ledger maintenance, forecasts, and data analysis.

Collaborating closely with Project Managers, you will ensure financials accurately reflect project execution in accordance with IFRS. Your role will involve leading cross-functional teams such as Operations, Procurement, Logistics, Tax, and Accounting, drive process improvements, and leveraging cutting-edge digital platforms to enhance reporting and compliance.

• Automate and Optimize Processes:
  Lead full-cycle accounting and month-end close processes, utilizing automation tools to streamline complex cost reviews and strategic financial planning.
• Advanced Reporting:
  Drive financial accuracy and efficiency by conducting in-depth variance analysis and presenting strategic insights to senior management using advanced reporting tools like Power BI and Tableau.
• Strategic Oversight:
  Oversee quarterly P&L reviews, identifying key trends and areas for strategic improvement through data-driven insights.
• Balance Sheet Management:
  Analyse and interpret balance sheet statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial regulations, providing insights for optimizing asset and liability management.
• Free Cash Flow Analysis:
  Conduct thorough free cash flow analyses to assess the company’s financial health and liquidity. Identify trends and variances and provide actionable insights to improve cash flow management.
• Ensure Compliance:
  Maintain accurate documentation and adherence to retention guidelines to facilitate audits and uphold Internal Control standards.
• Strategic Partnership:
  Collaborate with project managers to influence project planning and execution, integrating automated reporting solutions.

• A bachelor’s degree in a finance-related field is required, Finance, Economics, Business, or Accounting preferred; CPA, MBA, or MS is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in financial roles such as financial analyst, CPM, or project finance.
• Strong understanding of financial processes, GAAP, IFRS, SAP, Microsoft Office, and analytical skills. Proficiency in automation and reporting tools, particularly Power BI and Tableau, is essential.
• Knowledge of Alteryx and Snowflake is valuable.
• Proven experience in cost accounting, budgeting, strategic planning, and detailed knowledge of accounting principles and financial policies/procedures.