ROLE PURPOSE:

The Senior Analyst, Business Intelligence will play a critical role in driving financial planning and analysis for Cellulant by leveraging data visualization and analytical tools to provide insightful, accurate, and actionable financial reporting. This role focuses on transforming raw data into actionable insights that enhance organizational strategy and operations. The role holder will collaborate across departments to develop and maintain reporting systems, identify trends, and provide analytical support to business units. The role holder will be instrumental in creating dashboards, interpreting data, and presenting insights to enhance decision-making. This role also requires excellent accounting expertise, communication skills, and cross-functional collaboration, particularly with technical teams, to ensure seamless alignment and implementation of financial data analytics solutions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Analysis and Reporting:


Prepare comprehensive financial reports that inform and influence decision-making processes.
Analyse and interpret complex financial datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and actionable opportunities.
Create tools to simplify variance analysis, budget monitoring, and performance measurement.


Oracle BI and Power BI Dashboard Development:


Develop, maintain, and refine Power BI and Oracle BI dashboards tailored to business needs.
Automate processes for real-time monitoring of key financial metrics and operational performance.
Implement advanced analytics features in dashboards, such as predictive modelling and scenario planning, to support financial forecasting.


Accounting and Reconciliation:


Support financial accounting operations by ensuring accurate data reporting and ledger entries.
Perform reconciliation tasks, ensuring data integrity between financial systems and dashboards.
Collaborate with the accounting team to confirm compliance with reporting standards and deadlines.


Strategic Collaboration:


Work closely with the FP&A team to align data analytics initiatives with corporate strategy and financial objectives.
Act as a bridge between Finance and all relevant teams to translate complex financial requirements into data solutions.
Lead cross-functional meetings to address analytics gaps and support the integration of technical solutions into financial workflows.


Process Optimisation and Automation:


Identify inefficiencies in existing workflows and recommend solutions to optimise data handling and reporting processes.
Leverage analytics utilising either Power BI or Oracle BI and other tools to automate routine reporting tasks, freeing up time for strategic analysis.
Establish quality control measures to ensure all analytics outputs are accurate and reliable.


Training and Knowledge Sharing:


Provide training sessions and documentation to ensure teams across the organisation understand and utilise either Power BI or Oracle BI dashboards effectively.
Educate stakeholders on financial data interpretation and best practices for data-driven decision-making.
Stay updated on industry trends and innovations in data analytics tools to drive continuous improvement.


 Monitoring and Compliance:


Monitor financial performance metrics against established benchmarks, ensuring alignment with company goals.
Ensure all reporting systems comply with regulatory standards and internal controls.
Highlight risks and opportunities by analysing regulatory and market trends in the FinTech space.


Strategic Input and Leadership:


Participate in senior-level discussions by presenting data-driven insights that guide financial strategy.
Manage analytics projects from initiation to implementation, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with stakeholder expectations.
Support M&A and partnership evaluations by delivering detailed financial analyses and scenario-based modeling.


MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE:


Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in financial analysis or related roles, with strong proficiency in accounting and reporting.
Advanced skills in analytics utilising either Power BI or Oracle BI, including data modelling, visualisation, and dashboard creation.
Excellent knowledge of accounting systems, standards and principles.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate financial data effectively.


SKILLS


Technical Skills: Expertise in Power BI and or Oracle BI, accounting software, and data visualisation tools. Oracle BI expertise is preferable and must be expertise in data modelling and visualisation.
Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyse complex financial data and translate it into actionable insights.
Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to collaborate with technical teams and convey financial concepts clearly.
Problem-Solving: Demonstrated capability to identify issues and implement efficient solutions.
Project Management: Strong organisational skills to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.


KEY ATTRIBUTES


Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify financial risks and opportunities.
Integrity: High ethical standards and commitment to maintaining the highest level of integrity in financial management.
Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
Collaborative: A team player who can work effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management.
Resilience: Ability to navigate challenges and setbacks with a positive, solution-oriented approach.
Cultural Competence: Experience working in diverse, global environments with an understanding of cultural nuances.
Integrity: Maintains high ethical standards and professionalism in all interactions.