Financial Analyst (WFO-Angeles)

Job Description

The Financial Analyst is responsible for delivering high-quality financial insights that support strategic and operational decision-making. The role involves preparing and analysing financial reports, developing forecasts and budgets, and contributing to strategic planning initiatives. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the Financial Analyst will evaluate business performance, identify key trends, and provide actionable recommendations to optimise financial outcomes and support sustainable growth.

This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

oPrepare consolidated financial reporting packs and site-level reports, including variance analysis, financial statements, and management commentary.

o Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to inform executive management and stakeholders.

oAnalyse key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities.

oMaintain and update the bonus and commission attainment schedules across all staff.

oDevelop and maintain dynamic financial models to support scenario analysis, business cases, and investment evaluations.

oAssist in the preparation of financial data required for compliance with banking covenants and other external reporting obligations.

Budgeting, Forecasting and Performance Analysis

oSupport the annual budget cycle, periodic re-forecasting, and long-range financial planning and updating the relevant ERPs

oMonitor performance against budget, analyse variances, and provide recommendations for corrective action

oAssist the CFO in developing strategic financial models and scenario-based planning tools

Collaboration and Business Support:

oWork collaboratively with finance, operations, and other functional teams to gather data, develop insights, and enhance decision support

oProvide analytical and financial support for strategic initiatives, capital expenditure proposals, and operational improvement projects

oContribute to process improvements and the development of financial tools, dashboards, and reporting templates

Qualifications and Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or equivalent preferred).

Experience in a Financial Analyst, FP&A, or similar analytical role

Strong analytical and quantitative skills with demonstrated ability to interpret complex financial data

Proficiency in accounting and dealership management systems (DMS), and advanced MS Excel skills

Experience with Power BI or equivalent data visualisation tools, with the ability to create interactive dashboards

Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight reporting deadlines