Financial Analyst

Role Purpose: Maintain all time accurate financial reporting and budgeting. Key Accountabilities Financial reporting and budgeting: Prepare accurate financial reports on a monthly basis Provide financial advice on the overall corporate financial position Participate actively in the preparation of the annual budget in terms of costing, margin, trade loaders, etc. Consolidate financial statements and develop reports for submission to the Finance Manager. Prepare end of period trial balance and financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements in coordination with reporting teams. Financial Analysis to assist managerial decision: Assist Management and other departments in their day-to-day financial studies for the effect of variables on the margin and profitability of a brand/ product. Coordinate closely with the Marketing Dep. To analyse the effect of any price increase Prepare the profitability analysis for the tender sales of the pharmaceutical division. Assist other departments: Review the monthly sales target and set the monthly collection target in coordination with the Sales Dep. Review the costing of the goods shipping orders versus budget and approves / comments on the orders Validate the final costing of the received orders versus budget Skills and Knowledge Advanced communication skills including written, oral, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required with the ability to work with all levels of the organization. Sound knowledge of fiscal law and regulations is a must Accounting skills Must be proficient in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Competencies High analytical skills Financial Acumen Financial Planning and Budgeting Knowledge of handling cash flows and bank relations Writing and Reporting Presenting and Communicating Information Applying Expertise and Technology Analysing Formulating Strategies and Concepts Planning and organising Following Instructions and Procedures Coping with Pressures and Setbacks Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Business/ Finance
• CFA / Master s in Finance is a plus
• Experience, 3 years of work experience in Auditing/Accounting/Finance