Financial Planning and Analysis Manager - Limassol

  • Location:

    Cyprus, Limassol

  • Discipline:

    Accounting

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Benefits:

    Salary based on skills and experience + excellent benefits

  • Published:

    03-04-2024

  • Expiry date:

    03-07-2024

  • Reference:

    2348

Our client is an IT Development Company specialized in developing online casino games in Limassol and they are looking for a Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager who will play a crucial role in the company by providing financial insights that will help in strategic decision-making. They will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and analyzing financial performance against key business metrics. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the i-gaming industry, be adept at financial modeling, and possess excellent analytical skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Financial Forecasting and Budgeting:
    • Prepare detailed annual financial budgets and monthly financial forecasts.
    • Work with department heads to gather, understand, and incorporate departmental budgets and forecasts.
    • Analyze current and past trends in key performance indicators, including revenue, cost of sales, expenses, and capital expenditures.
  • Financial Analysis and Reporting:
    • Provide financial analysis and modeling expertise for operational and strategic decision-making.
    • Analyze complex financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to management.
    • Develop and maintain monthly operating budget and annual company operating budget.
  • Management Reporting:
    • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports that compare actual results to forecasts.
    • Present analysis and findings to senior management and stakeholders.
    • Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools, and control systems.
  • Strategic Analysis:
    • Conduct scenario analysis and advise on the financial implications of business decisions.
    • Identify trends and developments in competitive environments and present findings to senior management.
    • Participate in strategic data analysis, research, and modeling for senior company leadership.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:
    • Collaborate with various teams to understand financial needs and assist in the budgeting and forecasting process.
    • Communicate with external stakeholders such as banks, investors, and financial analysts.
  • Compliance and Process Improvement:
    •  Ensure compliance with accounting, legal, and regulatory requirements.
    •   Continuously improve the budgeting process through education of department managers on financial issues impacting their budgets.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA is a plus.
  • Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in the gaming or related industry.
  • Solid experience as FP&A Manager, ideally in an international company
  • Used to C level reports (the report will be to the Group CFO
  • Strong understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles.
  • Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, Office, and financial software applications.
  • Outstanding presentation, reporting, and communication skills.
  • Proven knowledge of financial forecasting, corporate finance, and information analysis.
  • Well informed in current financial subjects, accounting, tax laws, money market, and business environments.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Must be detail oriented. 
  • Outstanding English skills. 
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving ability
  • Excellent English skills
  • Located in Cyprus

Working hours:

  • The working hours are office hours (onsite role)

To apply:

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