Job Description
Our client in the Banking sector is recruiting a Financial Analyst.
The Financial Analyst will be responsible for analysing financial data and trends to support the bank’s strategic financial planning and decision-making processes. This role involves providing insights into the bank’s financial performance and preparing detailed financial reports to guide strategies and optimise profitability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Analysis: Conduct comprehensive financial analyses, including profitability analysis, variance analysis, and trend analysis, to support strategic decision-making.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Produce useful analysis to assist in the development of the organisation’s budget and financial forecasts, providing detailed insights and recommendations.
- Performance Monitoring: Monitor and report on the financial performance of the organisation’s wealth management, fund management, and trading activities, identifying areas for improvement.
- Financial Modelling: Develop and maintain financial models to simulate various financial scenarios, supporting business strategy decisions.
- Sensitivity Analysis: Conduct sensitivity analysis to understand the impact of market fluctuations, regulatory changes, and other external factors on the organisation’s financial performance.
- Reporting: Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for senior management, summarising key observations and recommendations.
- Compliance: Ensure all financial analysis and reports adhere to regulatory requirements and the bank’s internal policies.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including wealth management, fund management, and trading teams, to provide financial insights and support cross-functional projects.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. ACCA / CFA or similar qualification is highly desirable.
- Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in financial analysis, preferably within the banking/financial services sector.
- Technical Skills:
- Strong proficiency in financial modelling, forecasting, and analysis tools (e.g., Excel, VBA).
- Experience with financial reporting software and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Familiarity with performance analysis techniques.
- Financial Acumen: Good understanding of wealth management, fund management, and trading principles.
- Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with a strong ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial data clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of financial analysis and reporting.
- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and propose effective solutions.
- Team Player: Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with a proactive and collaborative approach.
Proactive Talent Solutions reserves the right:
To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview.
Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate.