Junior Financial Planning & Reporting Analyst

OverviewWe are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Financial Planning & reporting Analyst to support both FP&A and Accounting/Reporting functions. This role will be involved in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and month-end financial reporting, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial tracking and insights.This is an excellent opportunity for a young finance professional looking to gain hands-on experience across planning, reporting, and core finance processes in a dynamic and growing environment.EducationBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business AdministrationExperience2–3 years of experience in FP&A, accounting, financial reporting, or a related finance roleSkills & QualificationsTechnical SkillsAdvanced Excel and Google Sheets skills (formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis)Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statementsBasic understanding of BI ToolsExperience working with ERP or accounting systems is a plusCommunicationExcellent proficiency in English (written and verbal)Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departmentsPersonal AttributesProactive, hands-on, and eager to learn.Detail orientedStrong analytical mindset with high attention to detailAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment.Key ResponsibilitiesFP&A / Planning & AnalysisSupport preparation of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives.Analyze actual financial performance versus budget and forecast, identifying and explaining variances.Partner with departments to collect inputs, track spending, and provide financial insights.Develop and maintain Google Sheets and Excel-based financial models to improve forecasting and reporting efficiency.Perform ad-hoc financial analysis to support management decision-making.Accounting & ReportingAssist in monthly and quarterly close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial data.Support preparation of management reports, including P&L analysis and cost center reporting.Assist with account reconciliations, expense reviews, and validation of financial data.Ensure proper classification of expenses and consistency between accounting records and FP&A reports.Support documentation and improvement of financial reporting processes and controls.Preparation and support for documentation related to Shareholders, Government agencies and Audit.Cross-functional & Process SupportEnsure smooth communication with all departments for accurate financial tracking and reporting.Help build and improve financial processes and reporting frameworks from scratch as needed.#J-18808-Ljbffr