Financial Analyst at Stratostaff

Our client, one of the world’s largest brand producers of baby grooming items as well as cleaning papers is seeking to bring on board a Financial Analyst.

The role holder will be responsible for analysing the company’s financial status by collecting, monitoring, and studying data and recommending actions for the same.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Commerce/Management with a Finance Major or similar education;
• 3+ years of relevant working experience in a financial reporting role;
• CIFA qualification will be an added advantage.

Job Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Finance Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
• Preparing, analyzing and interpreting financial reports required for management decision-making on a monthly basis;
• Prepare a variety of actual vs. budget reports for profit and cost center managers including financial and variance analyses;
• Participate in yearly budget preparation;
• Preparation of Balance Sheet/Profit and Loss reconciliation and maintenance of balances on the sufficiency of provisions;
• Prepare future business plans including cost impact analyses, balance sheet and cash forecasting;
• Liaise closely with other departments (Sales, Marketing, Logistics) as well as outsourcing parties.

Core Competencies

• Prior work experience preferably in FMCG companies;
• SAP knowledge.

Desired Competencies

• Effective interpersonal and team working skills;
• Relevant experience;
• Competence in MS Excel.