Financial Analyst – HR Finance

About the role

The Financial Analyst will lead financial planning, reporting, and control activities focused on HR and workforce costs. You will provide data‑driven insights that support HR leadership and broader business decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead HR budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning, including workforce and people‑cost modelling.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports, dashboards, variance analysis, and forward‑looking insights for HR leadership.
• Manage payroll accounting, month‑end closing activities, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Perform account reconciliations and maintain strong financial controls in line with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with governance frameworks, contracts, and cost‑control policies.
• Provide commercial analysis and cost‑benefit evaluations for HR strategic initiatives.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and financial discipline across HR finance processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with HR, Corporate Finance, Procurement, and external stakeholders.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and integrity when handling sensitive financial and employee data.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting; professional certifications (ACCA, CA, CMA, CPA) are a plus.
• 5–8 years of progressive finance experience, preferably with exposure to FP&A, budgeting, or HR‑related finance functions.
• Solid understanding of payroll accounting, workforce planning, and financial reporting principles.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and stakeholder‑management abilities.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.