A century old diversified business group operating across multiple sectors (Renewable energy, Textiles, Financial Services, etc), focused on sustainable practices and aiming to be globally recognized for delivering sustainable solutions.
Job Overview:
Looking for an experienced and analytical Financial Controller to oversee the company’s financial planning, reporting, budgeting, financial analysis and business performance. The role will work closely with senior management to provide accurate financial insights and support strategic decision-making. The Financial Controller will also be responsible for evaluating new business projects and investments, developing financial models, assessing financial feasibility, identifying risks and opportunities and presenting the pros and cons of proposed projects to management before major decisions are taken.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain financial models for business planning, forecasting, investments and strategic initiatives.
Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting and financial planning process.
Analyze actual performance against budgets and forecasts and provide meaningful variance analysis.
Analyze revenue, costs, margins, profitability, cash flow and working capital to assess overall business performance.
Evaluate the financial feasibility and commercial viability of new projects, investments, expansions and business opportunities.
Prepare detailed project business cases covering revenue, operating costs, CAPEX, working capital, cash flows, ROI, payback, NPV and IRR.
Conduct sensitivity and scenario analysis to assess the impact of key assumptions and potential business outcomes.
Identify and assess financial, operational, and commercial risks associated with new projects and business initiatives.
Prepare clear analysis of the pros, cons, risks, opportunities and expected returns of proposed projects for management.
Monitor the financial performance of approved projects against the original business case and highlight significant deviations.
Analyze key business and operational drivers affecting profitability, growth and financial performance.
Identify opportunities for cost optimization, margin improvement and profitability enhancement.
Support pricing, investment and other strategic commercial decisions through financial analysis.
Prepare management reports and dashboards highlighting key financial and operational KPIs and actionable insights.
Partner with senior management and business teams to provide data-driven financial insights and support strategic decision-making.
Required Skills & Knowledge
Strong knowledge of financial modelling and financial analysis.
Strong understanding of forecasting, and variance analysis.
Experience in business analysis and project feasibility analysis.
Good understanding of P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and working capital.
Strong knowledge of ROI, NPV, IRR, payback period, and sensitivity analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to interpret financial and operational data and convert it into meaningful business insights.
Ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
Qualifications & Experience
CA/CPA/CMA or equivalent professional qualification is highly desirable.
15-18 years of relevant experience in financial control, FP&A, financial analysis, business finance or a similar role.
Experience in project evaluation, investment analysis and financial modelling is strongly preferred.
Experience working with senior management on strategic and financial decisions.
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