Financial Analysis Manager

Roles and responsibilities

The Financial Analysis Manager is responsible for business analysis across the Retail value chain using advanced data analytics tools to create analytics insights through data mining and support the Financial Control team to interpreted and translate the data into meaningful business solutions. The role holder is also responsible for coordinating the data queries between Corporate Financial Control team and data scientists to formulate business use cases and analytical solutions, and propose rec

ROLE PROFILE

• Manage the identification & coordination process for business use cases, related business solutions and data mining for Corporate Finance function’s procedures and policies, as well as for other Corporate functions
• Perform data mining and business analysis in the areas of Analytics insights along the retail value chain ,Business drivers and modelling
• Promo activity ROI including costs optimisation and resulting net sales and TCM uplift analysis.
• Lead with transformation office to materialise the cutting-edge analysis and insights into P&L value creation
• Support the Financial Control team in proposing recommendations concerning the business performance, best practices and value creation in order to increase productivity, performance and effectiveness of the operations
• Responsible for the preparation of business presentations and reports related to Business Data Analytics for various stakeholders, on periodic and ad hoc basis .
• Ensure the proper conservation, utilization and profitability of the company’s assets.
• Support the Financial Control team to interpret and translate the data into meaningful business solutions

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Commerce or Marketing
• Master’s Degree in Finance or CA degree in in the same field is preferred
• 5 years’ experience in data mining and financial modelling
• 3+ years’ experience in retail as a business analyst
• Proficiency in advanced Excel, Power BI
• Knowledge of SQL, VB is an advantage

Desired candidate profile

• Financial Planning and Forecasting

  • Lead the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with company goals and accurate financial projections.
  • Develop and maintain rolling forecasts, incorporating the latest data on revenue, expenses, and capital expenditures.
  • Coordinate with different departments to gather inputs for budgets and forecasts, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all business units.

• Financial Analysis and Reporting

  • Provide detailed financial analysis and variance analysis to understand the reasons behind budget-to-actual discrepancies.
  • Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs), financial metrics, and trends to identify areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
  • Prepare and present regular financial reports, dashboards, and presentations to senior management, highlighting financial performance and strategic insights.

• Management of Financial Models

  • Develop and maintain financial models to support decision-making, such as pricing models, scenario analysis, and investment appraisals.
  • Perform sensitivity analysis to understand the impact of various scenarios on business outcomes and ensure the business is prepared for different possibilities.

• Business Partnering

  • Act as a financial partner to various departments, such as sales, marketing, operations, and HR, helping them understand the financial implications of their decisions.
  • Provide financial guidance and insights to support operational and strategic decisions.
  • Collaborate with department heads to evaluate financial performance and develop strategies to meet or exceed financial targets.

• Strategic Analysis and Decision Support

  • Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management to inform strategic business decisions.
  • Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and economic conditions to help shape long-term business strategies.
  • Evaluate investment opportunities, business expansion plans, and new product/service launches from a financial perspective.

• Cost Management and Efficiency Optimization

  • Monitor and analyze cost structures, identifying areas where cost efficiencies can be achieved.
  • Implement cost control measures and recommend improvements to optimize financial performance.
  • Work closely with departments to ensure that financial goals are met without compromising operational efficiency.