Finance Analyst

For an international, technology-driven company , we are looking for a Finance Analyst . In this role, you will combine financial analysis with in-depth cost analysis and project controlling. You will monitor the financial performance of international projects, analyse costs and profitability, and translate financial data into actionable insights for project management and senior management.

Finance Analyst - Responsibilities

Financial analysis & project controlling:

• Analyse the financial performance of projects, monitor revenue, margins and profitability, and prepare forecasts and financial reports.

Cost analysis & budget monitoring

Analyse project costs, resource allocation and budget variances. Investigate the drivers behind differences between budget, forecast and actual results, and recommend improvement actions.

Forecasting & financial modelling

Prepare financial forecasts, estimate total project costs and expected results, and support complex financial analyses.

Reporting & management information

Translate financial data into clear reports, variance analyses and presentations to support project managers and senior management in their decision-making.

Risk & contract analysis

Identify financial risks and opportunities and assess the impact of contract changes on project costs, revenue and profitability.

Financial project monitoring

Monitor budgets, funding and invoicing status, and collaborate with project management, finance, accounting and procurement to resolve financial matters.

Financial accuracy & compliance

Ensure accurate financial processing and reporting in accordance with IFRS, internal controls and applicable company procedures.

Finance Analyst - Profile

• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Accountancy, Business Management or a related field, or have equivalent relevant experience.
• You have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in finance.
• You have a strong affinity for financial analysis, cost analysis, budget monitoring and profitability calculations .
• You are able to investigate financial variances and translate them into actionable insights.
• You have advanced Excel skills and are comfortable analysing and structuring large volumes of financial data and developing financial models.
• You have a solid understanding of accounting principles and revenue recognition .
• Experience with percentage-of-completion revenue recognition is considered an asset.
• You communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including project managers and senior management, and can present financial information in a clear and structured manner.
• You are fluent in English .
• Knowledge of Dutch is considered a plus.
• Knowledge of SAP, different contract types or government contracts is an asset.