Who is a senior financial analyst?
A senior financial analyst is a professional who utilizes budgeting, modeling, forecasting and reporting to make sure that the organization’s financial status stays on track.
What does a senior financial analyst do?
A senior financial analyst is mainly responsible for examining data and then using these data to help make decisions regarding the investment portfolios. They also need to oversee the members of the finance department. Preparation of proposals that will be approved by CFOs must be set to maintain various targets related to budgeting.
Job brief
We are looking for an experienced financial analyst who can forecast revenues and expenditures to advise our team on future budgeting.
To be a successful candidate you will require a degree in finance or accounting which will be followed by relevant work experience. You will be responsible to explore various investment opportunities and setting company-wide financial policies.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities can be provided as follows:
- Development of financial models through benchmarking and process analysis
- Coordinating with CFO and the senior management for long-term financial strategies
- Compare anticipated and actual results and identify the areas which can be improved
- Analyze and report on the current financial condition
- Prepare cost projections
- Forecast quarterly and annual profits
- Explore investment options and present risk and opportunities
- Review accounting transactions for data accuracy
- Maintaining confidentiality of financial information and investment decisions
- Participate in budgeting for projects and departments.
Key requirements
The key requirements include the following:
- Proven work experience as a senior financial analyst or a similar role
- Hands-on experience with financial and statistical software
- Good analytical skills
- Demonstrable strategic thinking skills
- Understanding of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system
- Up to date with the accounting laws and regulations
- Ability to present financial data while utilizing reports and charts
- Confidentiality in handling sensitive financial information
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or economics
- Familiarity with finance databases
