FINANCIAL PLANING ANALYST

Mission
Support the client's financial planning process by developing budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses that ensure accurate decision-making, operational alignment, and sustainable profitability. The role contributes to business performance by providing financial insights, monitoring variances, and supporting strategic initiatives across different areas of the organization.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the annual budgeting process with multiple business areas, ensuring accurate financial planning and alignment with company objectives.
• Perform monthly and quarterly financial analyses, comparing actual results against budgets and forecasts and identifying key variances.
• Develop and maintain rolling forecasts, incorporating operational, commercial, and market updates.
• Analyse financial and operational data from different departments to ensure consistency with company targets and strategic plans.
• Prepare financial reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior management to support decision-making.
• Challenge assumptions, validate financial inputs, and improve the accuracy and reliability of forecasts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including Operations, Commercial, HR, IT, and Finance teams, providing financial guidance and business support.
• Monitor cost control initiatives, identify efficiency opportunities, and track savings against financial targets.
• Support business cases, investment analyses, scenario planning, and strategic projects to ensure financially sound decisions.
• Participate in period-end financial reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of financial planning processes.

Academic background

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A Master's Degree or further specialization in Finance or related disciplines is considered an advantage.

Experience

• 2 to 4 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Controlling, Finance, or similar analytical financial roles.
• Experience managing budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis processes.
• Proven experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders.
• Experience analysing financial variances and translating data into actionable business recommendations.
• Ability to work in dynamic environments, manage multiple priorities, and meet demanding deadlines.
• Experience in a Big Four is highly valued.

Skills

• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Strong financial modelling and financial analysis capabilities.
• Solid understanding of financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting methodologies.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear business insights.
• Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Fluent English (C1). Spanish proficiency is highly valued.