Senior Financial Analyst

Job Title: Financial Analysis Expert

Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Analysis Expert to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for co-ordinating specific aspects of the group consolidation process, preparing timely and accurate analysis of actual results, and leading key aspects regarding the preparation of consolidated accounts.

Key Responsibilities:
- Co-ordinate specific aspects of the group consolidation process, including the preparation of timely and accurate analysis of actual results.
- Lead key aspects regarding the preparation of consolidated accounts (actuals, budget, and forecasts) to the Group CFO for sign off and approval on a monthly and quarterly basis.
- Support the FP&A team in providing insightful commentary on performance of the Group.
- Produce all actuals reporting to the agreed timetable and to a high degree of accuracy. Provide finance partnering to regional and functional teams to ensure that finance teams understand, adhere to the timetable, and provide quality commentary to support business performance.
- Supporting the integrity of the Group s consolidated financial statements with specific focus on the Group s income statement, balance sheet, cash flow, statement of changes of equity, statement of other comprehensive income, and the Group s Alternative Performance Measures.
- Manage price x volume submissions, ensuring their accuracy and liaising with the segment Finance Directors and Business Units Finance Directors to ensure delivery in time and quality.
- Partner with the Global Financial Services (GFS) teams, the Group External Reporting Team, and the wider business to ensure successful delivery of the consolidated Group results.
- Provide high-quality financial analytics to support the external results process, including the quarterly earnings releases and Annual Report.
- Ensure that consolidation journals are reviewed, authorized, and processed correctly.
- Contribute to promoting and initiating process improvements in all areas of the consolidation, especially around simplification and automation.
- Preparation and maintenance of certain relevant consolidation process documentation to meet Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
- Support the Group internal and external auditing activities regarding the Group consolidation.
- Assist in the management of Global Corporate policies in all aspects of actual reporting and monitoring compliance.
- Support the review and analysis of all adjustments required to derive from the Group IFRS numbers to the Group Adjusted Results (Alternative Performance Measures).
- Support the preparation and circulation of the year-end reporting instructions.
- Review and analysis of all Group financial statement line items, including provisions accounts, to ensure appropriate accounting and disclosure for external reporting purposes.
- Ensuring that year-end additional reporting schedules are reported by subsidiaries and consolidated adequately.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide insightful commentary.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Proven experience in financial analysis, with a strong understanding of financial regulations and standards.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, with multiple deadlines and priorities.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues.

Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and experienced team.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance.

Others:
- This is a full-time position, requiring a minimum of 40 hours per week.
- The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis.
- The selected candidate will be required to undergo a background check and provide proof of eligibility to work in the country.

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