Leading Budgeting Specialist

Summary: As a Leading Budgeting & Reporting specialist, you will play a pivotal role in the financial planning and analysis team, taking charge of budgeting processes, reporting and analysing actual results of the company providing key insights to drive strategic decision-making. This position demands a detail-oriented professional with advanced analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial principles, and the ability to lead and coordinate budgeting activities within the organization.

Duties and responsibilities

• Lead the development of comprehensive and accurate budgets in collaboration with various departments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
• Analyze historical financial data and industry trends to inform budget assumptions
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for budget optimization
• Provide insights into budgetary performance and recommend adjustments as needed
• Assist in long-term financial planning and modeling to support strategic decision-making
• Manage and organize financial data, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for analysis
• Develop and maintain financial models to facilitate budgeting and forecasting processes
• Communicate budgetary information and financial insights to key stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
• Prepare and present regular reports on budget performance and variance analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, accounting, and department heads, to gather information and ensure alignment with budgetary goals

• At least 3+ years relevant experience (reporting/budgeting)
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field; Master's degree and professional certifications (e.g., ACCA) are advantageous
• Advanced Excel skills 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team