Financial Planning Analyst

Job Description

Job Purpose

This role is responsible for supporting the companys financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis processes. The ideal candidate will work closely with business leaders to provide actionable insights, improve decision-making, and drive financial performance.

• Prepare, review, and monitor project budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with overall business targets.
• Track and analyze actual project costs against budgets, investigate variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare monthly project financial reports, cash flow projections, and performance summaries for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure correct revenue recognition in compliance with accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP).
• Monitor contractual terms, variations, and scope changes to assess financial impacts.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities, providing mitigation strategies.
• Act as the financial partner to project managers, providing insights and advice for informed decision-making.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and relevant statutory requirements.
• Provide financial documentation and support during internal and external audits related to projects.
• Abide by the Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality, (HSEQ) policy, procedures necessary for the good conduct and safety of the workplace. It is a requirement and moral obligation of each employee to be actively committed and accountable to the compliance of Enovas HSEQ policy, operating procedures, as well as being compliant to local legislation. The Employee shall seek clarification and guidance in specific cases or whenever one feels necessary.
• Develop a pro-active working relationship with all authorities and assist in establishing areas for service improvement.

• Bachelor degree in Accounting / Finance; or a professional accounting qualification such as CIMA, ICWA, CMA etc. An MBA holder with relevant FP&A analysis background is acceptable background for entry into this position.
• 2-4 years of financial analysis experience, including the management of financial systems; knowledge of office administration / procedures general bookkeeping procedures; financial reporting, financial data analysis, and providing financial advice.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (financial modelling, pivot tables, advanced formulas) and PowerPoint.
• Experience with ERP systems (D365, Adaptive Insight) and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) preferred.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to present complex financial information clearly to both Finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to meet tight deadlines.