Financial Analyst

Our Client in the Port of Spain Area is permanently seeking to onboard a Financial Analyst>

JOB SUMMARY:

The incumbent is required to review and analyze information systems and user needs, conduct analysis to derive solutions to users’ needs identified. Continuously analyse and document business processes for identification of improvement opportunities Create and present reports to management and other stakeholders to support recommendations, using a variety of data analysis and organizational tools.

JOB DUTIES:

• Prepare and analyse financial information to determine root cause(s) for deviation to plan, changes in trend etc. using analytical and BI tools in place and communicate to stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Prepare and analyse variances in actual business performance versus annual plan.

• Proactively provide insights into financial KPI’s and Balanced Scorecard via reports and data visualisation techniques within stipulated deadlines on a routine, real-time and ad hoc basis.
• Streamline and improve internal and external reporting; working closely with key stakeholders to define reporting requirements.
• Demonstration of sound business acumen in presentation and articulation of analyses performed as well as discussing user’s requirements.
• Creation of financial analysis models to support reporting requirements and the data driven decision making process and cost-benefit analyses across all functions of the business.
• Assist in financial forecasting process with scenario modelling, data extraction etc. to support delivery of strategic initiatives.
• Assist in the budgeting process for compilation and preparation of Annual Operating Plan requirements, working closely with budget owners to gather budget input.
• Work closely with and as a member of cross-functional teams to derive recovery efforts to company’s annual plan.
• Documentation of business processes, current and proposed communication of same to business users.
• Assist to evaluate internal control processes where specified and recommend improvements to close gaps identified.
• Assist in preparation of key management reports and analyses: Board papers, Senior Management reporting.
• Conduct and coordinate financial, product, market, operational and related research to support strategic and business planning within the various functions.
• Perform any other duties as required by the Company

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or Management Information Systems

Experience Required:

• Minimum 2-5 years’ experience in business analysis or a related area.
• Knowledge of Microsoft NAV or Microsoft Dynamics would be an asset.

Skills Required:

• Demonstrated ability to influence and work closely with stakeholders to determine acceptable solutions.
• Strong business partnering with excellent technology, presentation, and written communication skillset.
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
• Excellent time management skills, with ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced retail environment and adjust to changing priorities and needs while maintaining a calm, professional disposition.
• Experience working both independently and, in a team-oriented collaborative environment.
• Adept in the use of MS Office Suite, Access, SharePoint administration, BI solutions.

Core Competencies:

• Resilient, with ability to maintain a positive attitude in challenging situations.
• Adaptable/Flexible.
• Ability to work alone or as a part of a team.
• Confident and self-motivated.

REF: JC