Senior FP&A Analyst

Job Description: Senior FP&A Analyst

Kneat enables regulated organizations to move from paper-based validation to intelligent, digitized, paperless solutions. And we do it through the ongoing development of a powerful, purpose-built software platform. In 2014, after eight years of intensive software development, we launched Kneat Gx—the world’s most advanced validation software to help revolutionize the speed, precision, transparency, and intelligence of validation in the Life Sciences sector. Our solution is now used by some of the world’s leading Life Sciences companies.

What we’re looking for

As Kneat continues to expand, we are looking for an enthusiastic Senior FP&A Analyst to join our Finance Department

Position overview

Reporting to our FP&A Manager the Senior FP&A Analyst will be responsible for the following:

Responsibilities

• Work with FP&A manager in the preparation of annual budget, and quarterly forecasts and take ownership for maintaining and keeping the financial model up to date
• Participate in regular interaction and communication with commercial, professional services and business teams to ensure that their input is accurately reflected in the financial model (budgets and forecasts); in particular keep revenue forecasts up to date and track progress against monthly and quarterly targets
• Preparation of (including detailed analysis to support) review of monthly actuals v budget in support of the monthly reporting process and quarterly public reporting
• Co-ordinate preparation of management monthly financial reporting including KPI’s and other metrics
• Preparation of reports to external stakeholders, as required
• Support due diligence exercises and other similar projects
• Support preparation of management monthly financial reports
• Prepare schedules to support reporting to external finance providers in accordance with rigid deadlines
• Identify trends using financial analysis and recommend actions, including potential cost saving opportunities, to the FP&A manager
• Support work necessary to refine planning tools (Abacum) to support developing forecasts and targets for metrics
• Maintain process documentation for planning and forecasting platform
• Understand analyst estimated and how they compare to Kneat’s forecast
• Benchmark Kneat’s SaaS metrics against similar companies
• Ensure all budgetary controls are in place and are operating effectively
• Maintain briefing information of key historical and forecast information for CFO and CEO for analyst and IR meetings
• Support improvement initiatives across the finance department and the business
• Coordinate with the CFO and the executive team on long term financial planning
• Periodically review alternative budgeting systems and evaluate vs the systems used by Kneat
• Maintain commissions software and ensure timely and accurate calculations
• Other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Minimum qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification e.g. Association of Chartered Accountants (ACA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), or Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) certification
• 5+ years of PQE, preferably in a financial planning and analysis role
• High level of proficiency  of financial modelling is essential. Proficiency with excel other Microsoft Office applications; Power BI experience is an advantage.
• High level of attention to detail; ensuring both numerical and written accuracy
• Positive self-motivated individual with excellent communication and teamworking skills
• Experience with non-excel budget/ planning systems is an advantage
• Public company experience is an advantage
• Experience with NetSuite is a plus (not a requirement)

What we offer you

At Kneat, we truly value ideas and collaboration so we’ve created an environment that builds, protects, and celebrates teamwork. Our strong culture is central to our continued success. 

We offer programs and rewards that one would expect from a highly successful and growing technology company. 

• A fantastic culture, team, and energy.
  
• Competitive compensation.
  
• Comprehensive benefits package.
  
• Flexible work arrangements.
  
• Training and professional development.
  

Kneat is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities or special needs to perform these essential functions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to complete this application form, please contact us at +353 (0)612 038 26 (Ext 2004) or email us at [email protected] for assistance.