Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
- Prepare and present detailed financial reports and forecasts to senior management.
- Analyse trends in revenues, expenses, and cash flow to inform business strategies.
- Lead the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Develop and refine forecasting models to project future financial performance.
- Monitor budget performance and provide actionable insights to management.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support long-term financial planning.
- Evaluate investment opportunities and assess financial viability.
- Provide strategic recommendations based on financial metrics and market trends.
- Identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Conduct sensitivity analyses to understand the impact of potential financial changes.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
- Mentor and guide junior financial analysts and team members.
- Foster a collaborative team environment to drive performance and professional development.
- Lead initiatives to improve financial processes and systems.
- Communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
- Serve as a liaison between finance and other departments to ensure alignment.
- Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors and financial institutions.
Qualifications:
- Masters degree (M.S., M.A.) or MBA in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. PhD preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant financial experience in corporate finance, investment analysis, or financial consulting.
- Proven track record of financial analysis, strategic planning, and risk management.