Role Summary
Salary:
Competitive Package
This pivotal position involves delivering financial insights, forecasts, and analysis to drive strategic decision-making and optimise financial performance. The focus of this role will be to elevate its performance and outputs from a relatively low base.
Job Description
Our client provides a range of innovative services and solutions to blue-chip companies in the resources sector. As part of a renewed strategy, they are expanding into new markets and introducing new products. They are widely recognised as a market leader with a strong track record, expertly navigating complex industries and fostering long-term relationships with clients.
The Principal Financial Planning Analyst will play a key role in developing and implementing effective financial planning strategies, collaborating closely with stakeholders across the business to drive informed decision-making. This role requires an experienced and strategic thinker who can harness the potential of a small team and engage effectively with senior leadership and external partners.
The successful candidate will possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with expertise in financial modelling and forecasting. Proficiency in financial systems and tools is also essential, as is the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders through clear and concise communication.
This exciting opportunity offers a dynamic and rewarding environment, where collaboration, innovation, and excellence are valued and fostered. If you are a motivated and results-driven professional with a passion for finance and leadership, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the FP&A function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting.
* Develop and deliver financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making processes.
* Analyse financial performance, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities to improve business outcomes.
* Collaborate with business units to provide actionable insights and ensure alignment with organisational goals.
* Drive continuous improvement in financial planning processes, tools, and methodologies.
* Prepare and present detailed reports and dashboards to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
* Monitor key financial metrics and provide recommendations to enhance profitability and operational efficiency.
* Support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives through financial due diligence and analysis.
Ideal Qualifications, Background, and Attributes
* A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (CPA/CA/CIMA qualification is preferred).
* Proven experience in financial planning and analysis.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with expertise in financial modelling and forecasting.
* Proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., Excel, SAP, Hyperion, or similar).
* Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
* A strategic thinker with a focus on delivering value and driving results.