A growing professional services firm is seeking a commercially driven and analytical Financial Analyst to support senior leadership in driving financial performance and strategic decision-making. This role is ideal for a CPA-qualified professional with strong experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and business partnering. The successful candidate will work closely with leadership to strengthen internal controls, improve operational efficiency, and provide actionable insights that contribute to sustainable business growth

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Develop and manage budgets, financial forecasts, and KPIs in collaboration with leadership
• Monitor financial and operational performance against targets and identify variances
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve profitability and efficiency

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Prepare and present monthly and quarterly management reports
• Translate complex financial data into clear, concise insights for decision-making
• Track key business metrics and support accountability across departments

Process Improvement & Internal Controls

• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements
• Develop and enhance internal control procedures and governance frameworks
• Support risk management initiatives and ensure compliance with financial standards

Business Partnering & Strategy

• Support strategic planning and business growth initiatives
• Collaborate across departments to improve overall business performance

Stakeholder Management

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Present financial insights to non-finance stakeholders in a clear and structured manner