Senior Financial Analyst (M/F)

The main goal of this role is to comprehend financial data, conduct thorough analyses, offer insightful explanations to improve management decisions, and serve as a representative both internally and externally, while establishing connections with various subsidiaries and headquarters.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in creating presentation materials for senior management.
• Develop and analyse management accounts and financial reports.
• Perform cash flow analysis and generate related reports.
• Contribute to budget development and analysis efforts.
• Support the processes of business planning, budgeting, and forecasting throughout the organisation.
• Lead or engage in various special projects; initiate and implement new projects relevant to the Desk.
• Lead or participate in system development projects focused on enhancing reporting capabilities.
• Provide information to other departments for both one-time and regular reporting needs, including support for business, trading, and Treasury in generating reports and analyses to inform management decisions.
• Act as the liaison between headquarters, especially the Economics Department, and the broader group.

Skills and Experience

• 3-6 years of experience as a financial analyst or management controller in a fast-paced international context.
• Valuable experience in commodity trading.
• Strong knowledge of SAP is required.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and advanced Excel skills are necessary.
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles is essential.
• Knowledge of energy commodity trading is an advantage.
• Ability to manage stress and prioritise effectively by understanding the overall context and focusing on tasks with the highest value.
• Proficient in using spreadsheets and databases for data analysis.
• Capable of leveraging informal networks to gather data and insights.
• Ability to apply management accounting and economic concepts.
• Commitment to continuous learning about company products, markets, and processes.
• Competence in explaining the story behind financial figures with strong presentation and argumentation skills.
• A university degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field, with CFA, ACCA, CMA, or other financial professional credentials considered beneficial.
• Mandatory proficiency in both written and spoken English and Russian.