Financial Data Expert
We are seeking a skilled Financial Data Expert with advanced analytical capabilities for a full-time position.
* Perform complex financial modeling and analysis to support strategic decision-making and identify areas of cost optimization and revenue enhancement.
* Develop a deep understanding of business operations, financial drivers, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide actionable insights that drive business growth.
* Prepare and present clear, concise financial reports and executive dashboards, translating complex data into actionable recommendations for stakeholders at all levels.
* Utilize predictive analytics and forecasting techniques to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks, enabling proactive business planning.
* Transform complex financial data into actionable business insights that support budget planning, variance analysis, and financial performance tracking.
Vendor Spend & Business Correlation:
* Prepare comprehensive vendor spend analysis, scrutinizing large datasets to identify spending trends, anomalies, and opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
* Correlate vendor expenditure directly with specific business activities and outcomes (e.g., product development, marketing campaigns, operational efficiency) to evaluate the financial impact, return on investment (ROI), and value-add of vendor spend.
* Collaborate with Logistics, Procurement teams to develop metrics and reports that track materials and vendor performance against financial and operational targets.
* Conduct regular vendor performance reviews and benchmarking analysis to ensure competitive pricing and service quality.
Innovation, Process Documentation & Automation:
* Apply innovative and critical thinking with strong problem-solving skills to identify process inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
* Document and implement streamlined financial and procurement processes to improve organizational efficiency, compliance, and internal controls.
* Lead automation initiatives within Finance and Procurement functions (e.g., utilizing advanced Excel, Power BI, ERP/FP&A systems) to reduce manual effort, enhance data quality, and accelerate real-time analysis to support business decisions proactively.
* Identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies and AI-driven tools to enhance analytical capabilities.
Requirements:
* Required: Bachelor/Master degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Science, or related field or equivalent professional experience in a large organization.
* Preferred: Professional certifications in data analytics (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate), financial modeling, or business intelligence are advantageous.