Financial Analyst (Excel Modelling), Transportation, Financial Modelling
Our client is a privately owned Australian transportation company. Sitting within a finance team of 30, they are seeking a Financial Analyst specialising in financial modelling for various pieces including pricing, tenders, forecasts and budgets.
Responsibilities:
Manage and support the Financial Reporting and Analysis processes of the business.
Creation and maintenance of financial models through Excel for the FP&A; and wider team.
Develop, maintain, and continually improve streamlined reports for Management and external stakeholders.
Ensure the accuracy of reporting by validating the figures reported.
Deliver reporting on a timely basis.
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop workable models to identify adverse trends.
Coordinate with the Accounting team to ensure accuracy in the general ledger.
Maintain and continuously improve supporting systems for reporting.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of information sources within the organization, respecting confidentiality of data.
Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance systems and processes for efficiency in data gathering and reporting, including the development of automated reporting/forecasting tools.
Analyze past data, conduct variance analysis, and identify trends to support decision-making.
Develop, maintain, and continually improve models to analyze financial data.
Perform annual forecasting and report on trends and variances.
Provide ad hoc reporting as requested.
Perform other duties as directed.
Support Cash Management and Banking Functions:
Support cash management, including the development of cash flow forecasts and analysis of cash balances.
Assist with debt compliance monitoring, covenant analysis, and debt reporting.
What are we looking for?
CA/CPA Qualification.
Proven experience with financial modelling through Excel with large datasets.
Advanced Excel skills with large datasets.
Financial reporting and analysis experience.
Solid analytical skills, high attention to detail.
Personality is key - someone coachable and hungry to learn.