Financial Analyst

The Finance Analyst will support the Finance Controller in the delivery of accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. This role acts as a key coordination point between local business teams and the Shared Services Center, ensuring smooth month-end close execution, strong financial controls, and continuous improvement across finance processes. The position requires strong analytical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Job Description:

• Coordinate month-end close activities between local business teams and the SSC to ensure timely and accurate completion
• Monitor close timelines, proactively identifying risks, bottlenecks, and data gaps
• Collect, validate, and review month-end financial information, including journals, calculations, and supporting documentation
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (HR, Global Asset Management, Group Tax) to resolve queries and confirm adjustments or reallocations
• Track and resolve month-end issues through the SSC ticketing system, escalating complex items as needed
• Support the preparation, validation, and correction of monthly management reports and reporting packs
• Assist with balance sheet reconciliations, review open items, and coordinate resolution with the SSC
• Support core finance activities including fixed assets, lease accounting, payroll cost journals, overheads, accruals, and provisions
• Support statutory reporting, compliance submissions, and audit requests
• Maintain documentation of local finance requirements and coordination procedures
• Provide financial analysis support for special projects and ad hoc management requests
• Support local system requirements and coordinate system-related matters with the SSC

Requirements

• Qualified or working towards a professional accounting qualification.
• Experience in financial reporting, statutory accounts preparation, or a similar finance role.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and their application in financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills with experience using ERP systems or financial consolidation tools preferred.
• Project accounting experience is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience partnering with shared services teams and external auditors.
• Exposure to consolidation processes, financial controls frameworks, and best practices is preferred.