Friday, April 11, 2008

Financial Analyst (Town)

Our client is the world leading professional information provider, operating in three core markets: Science & Medical, Legal and Business.

They are seeking to fill the position of Financial Analyst.
Interested candidates can email resumes to


The Job:
o Compiling financial information and other data received from different countries in the APAC region
o Analyze the financial information and provide relevant and reliable management reports including price and volume analysis on revenue, direct costs, gross profit/margin, indirect costs, and operating profit/margin; balance sheet items such as accounts receivable and inventory; working capital analysis and operating cash flow.
o Understanding the key drivers of financial performance and translating financial data into actionable information to have positive impact on top and bottom line.
o Ensuring financial reports are accurate, timely and consistent
o Assist in maintaining a solid internal control environment by helping to enforce policies and procedures that ensure sound business practices
o Assist in accounting/finance-related projects and initiatives and help in maintaining efficient/effective key business processes/functions.

Prerequisites:
o Bachelors Degree in Finance/Accounting or an MBA equivalency in Finance/Business Administration
o A minimum of 3-5 years experience in finance, financial planning, and/or operational finance in a multinational company, with emphasis on analyzing and reporting. Financial control / accounting exposure is a plus. Must have excellent skills in Excel. Knowledge of Hyperion, Oracle and Excel Link is desirable.
o A high level of integrity and excellent work ethics
o Ability to communicate comfortably in English with international colleagues.

Required Competencies:
o Top-level finance, analysis and reporting skills
o Ability to analyze management and financial reports
o A mature and practical task manager
o Adaptable to changes, is an insightful person that is able to identify trends
o Excellent communication and presentation skills