Senior Associate/Manager, Finance - (Financial Planning & Analysis)

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.

Role Overview:

The FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) Senior Associate/Manager will play a vital role in supporting the financial reporting, analysis, and budgeting process of the company. The preferred candidate should possess 7-10 years of FP&A experience and demonstrate proficiency in using Workday ERP and Microsoft Office tools (such as Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, etc.) to facilitate budget processes, analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and perform various ad-hoc analytical reporting tasks. Experience in the Professional Services sector is an advantage

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the financial planning and forecasting processes by collaborating closely with internal business partners and stakeholders to align with business goals.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of financial budget models that aid strategic decision-making and monitor financial performance, highlighting trends and discrepancies.
• Retrieve and analyze financial and operational data from reporting systems to produce insightful reports, aiding stakeholders in decision-making, including KPI reporting for tracking and evaluating business performance.
• Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and presentations for executive leadership, ensuring the delivery of precise and timely financial information.
• Assist in the development and implementation of technology enablement platforms, such as data visualization tools, to create and maintain interactive dashboards that offer insights to management.
• Work with cross-functional teams to collect relevant financial data and insights.
• Offer financial insights and recommendations to enhance business performance and growth.
• Support the global finance team by providing analysis and insights across various regions.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is required; advanced degrees or certifications like an MBA or CPA are not mandatory but are advantageous.
• 7-10 years of experience in FP&A with a solid grasp of accounting principles, such as US GAAP.
• Demonstrated expertise in Excel reporting, including advanced functions; familiarity with Power Query and VBA macros is beneficial, along with proficiency in PowerPoint, Power BI, and other Microsoft Office tools.
• A strong understanding of Workday is preferred, and experience with Workday Adaptive Planning is advantageous.
• Proven experience in supporting financial planning and budgeting processes.
• Experience in KPI reporting and tracking to support operational performance reporting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively present and explain analyses to senior stakeholders.
• Capability to collaborate across departments and influence key stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Timings - UK Shift (2 PM - 11 PM)

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