Senior Financial Analyst

The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting the company's financial planning through the development of budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans. This role acts as a strategic partner to Finance, Operations, Sales, and Marketing, providing analysis, modeling, and recommendations that support business decisions, optimize costs, and continuously improve FP&A processes.

Activities

• Develop and track budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop recommendations to improve results.
• Develop financial models, including pricing, investment analysis, and scenario planning.
• Conduct cost analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and benchmarking studies to support decision-making.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Sales, and Marketing.
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives within the FP&A area.
• Prepare management reports and presentations with financial analysis and strategic recommendations.
• Support the monthly financial close process with variance analysis (budget vs. actual).
• Contribute to the standardization and automation of FP&A processes and tools.

Study Area

Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or related fields.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or equivalent experience.

Certifications (Desirable)

• CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)
• Advanced Excel / Financial Modeling certification

Extra Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced financial modeling (Excel, BI tools)
• Strategic and data-driven thinking
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Cross-functional collaboration and leadership
• Attention to detail and analytical precision

Years of Experience

5-8 years in FP&A, Financial Analysis, or related fields.

Languages

English - Advanced

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Experience in financial modeling, including pricing, investments, and scenario analysis.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear recommendations for technical and business audiences.
• Experience in cost analysis and identifying expense reduction opportunities.
• Ability to conduct ad-hoc analysis and benchmarking with autonomy.
• Experience collaborating with global, cross-functional teams (Finance, Operations, Sales, Marketing).
• Strong command of Excel/spreadsheets and BI tools; ERP knowledge is a plus.
• Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.