Finance Assistant
The role is responsible for analyzing financial data and supporting management in making strategic business decisions. The person ensures the company remains financially healthy by monitoring performance, identifying risks, and providing insights for growth and cost control.
Requirements
Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze current and historical financial data.
- Prepare financial reports (monthly, quarterly, yearly).
- Track performance against budget and forecast.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Support annual budgeting process.
- Work with department heads to estimate revenues and expenses.
- Update financial forecasts based on market conditions.
Variance & Trend Analysis
- Compare actual results vs. budget/forecast.
- Identify financial trends and unusual variances.
- Recommend corrective actions.
Financial Modelling & Strategy Support
- Build financial models in Excel.
- Conduct scenario analysis (best case, worst case, expected case).
- Support decision-making for investments or expansion.
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Profitability Analysis
- Analyze profit by product, service line, or customer segment.
- Turn data into actionable insights.
Compliance & Audit Support
- Ensure financial reporting complies with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
- Support internal and external audits.
- Review financial data accuracy.
Period-End Closing
- Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Ensure financial data is accurate before reports are finalized.
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum 3 years of finance experience
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking ability
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial modelling, dashboards)
- Understanding of GAAP principles
- Good business acumen
- Ability to present financial insights to senior management