Overview of the role:
This position supports the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function for the RESICOMM+ businesses, playing a key role in driving strategic decision-making. The role is responsible for managing the financial planning and analysis cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis. Additionally, it involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams and Regional Finance to fulfill reporting requirements.
What you will do:
- Work with the various finance teams to deliver accurate monthly accounting close and balance sheet integrity through close monitoring and analysis of accounts.
- Compile monthly reporting packages to support CFC business reviews.
- Conduct a detailed financial analysis of the different financial cycles (i.e. sales, leasing, working capital, loans, etc..) and support the Finance Manager to present the findings to the management and ensure that any actions driven by the findings take place.
- Prepare CFC project funding and establish a control mechanism for cash flow.
- Coordinate with Treasury on the management and operation of project financing.
- Support the development of the annual budget, including the P&L, balance sheet, and 5-year strategic plan.
- Prepare rolling forecasts for projects, incorporating new information and adjustments as needed.
- Develop cash flow forecasts for the entire project, reflecting surpluses or funding needs based on the development plan.
- Support the Financial strategic direction of the CFC RESICOMM+ business through monthly review and variance reporting and improvement initiatives.
- Develop reports and schedules as required for external and internal purposes to ensure that any business decision is backed up with the right financial data.
- Act as a key player between CFC RESICOMM Business Teams, Local Finance team, Shared Services Finance, Regional Finance, Group Finance, and internal management in managing CFC finance reporting and analysis needs.
- Support the finance improvement projects, particularly in relation to reporting automation, system implementation, and process improvements.
Skills
Required Skills to be successful:
0-1 years of experience in finance and accounting / Audit, preferably within a corporate or real estate environment.
What equips you for the role:
- Post-graduate degree in commerce/accounting/finance.
- Knowledge of management reporting, automation, and accounting systems is necessary.
- Accounting / Finance qualification (CPA, CA, CMA, ACCA, CFA, CIMA, MBA) is a plus
- Knowledge of ERP Financial Software is necessary; SAP and Yardi expertise will be preferred.
- Strong command of data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.) and reporting formats to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.