Scope of the Position
The Senior Finance Analyst (SFA) is a vital contributor to the FP&A function, supporting strategic financial planning, analysis, and decision-making for Nch’ḵaý. The SFA possesses strong expertise in real estate development analysis, cash flow analysis, and forecasting, and is adept at preparing and presenting financial information for senior leadership. They provide performance insights, conduct reviews of income-producing properties, and support long-term forecasting, annual budgeting, and variance analysis of budget to actuals. The analyst is a key business partner for the Nch’ḵaý group of companies, offering analysis, financial recommendations, and helping build financial acumen among business leaders. The SFA collaborates closely with the Senior Manager, FP&A, and cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights that drive value creation and strategic alignment.
Duties, Responsibilities, Authority, and Accountabilities
Business Partnering:
- Partner with colleagues to model key decisions, challenge assumptions, and identify opportunities for improvement or innovation.
- Support the Senior Manager, FP&A in addressing business needs and resolving issues.
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external partners.
- Prepare financial models and projections to identify potential risks and opportunities.
Reporting, Forecasting & Analysis:
- Analyze financial data and prepare reports to support organizational decision-making.
- Monitor and analyze financial performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
- Deliver monthly insights to the Chief Financial Officer, Finance Director and senior leadership, with a focus on forecasting and long-term planning.
- Conduct performance analysis and variance analysis, comparing budget to actuals, and providing actionable recommendations.
- Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and support projects as needed.
Business Planning:
- Lead and support the annual budget process, supporting departmental submissions and projections.
- Provide long-term financial forecasting to guide strategic planning and resource allocation.
- Deliver insightful analysis of risks and opportunities to help Nch’ḵaý manage and capitalize on its risk landscape.
Real Estate:
- Conduct detailed financial analysis and modeling for real estate development opportunities.
- Perform cash flow analysis and investment return calculations for acquisitions, dispositions, and income-producing properties.
- Review and analyze the performance of income-producing properties, in