FP&A Analyst / Senior FP&A Analyst

Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum. 

At Edelman, we understand diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic FP&A Analyst / Senior FP&A Analyst l to join our Company. In this, you will be exposed to the following areas in Finance - Financial Accounting, Business Law/Contracts, Procurement, Project Accounting, Taxation, and Compliance.

We seek an individual with excellent people skills, numbers’ skills, and beyond all one with a winning attitude to become a successful finance business partner to our core operational team members. Our work environment is fast-paced and not for the faint-hearted. You will be coached and mentored to grow within the organization. We seek only candidates with a long-term aspiration to grow and learn within this organization. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Finance:

• Assist the Finance Manager in client finance operations, including reviewing agreements, project budgeting, margin assessment, project database management, billings, payments, work-in-progress tracking, intercompany transactions, and support for tenders/RFPs/RFQs.

• Support revenue recognition assessments for client projects during month-end closing.

• Monitor and review client contribution margins and over-servicing, collaborating with the business team to address project-specific financial issues.

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Assisting Finance Manager with preparation of annual budget and monthly forecast.

• Consolidate financial data and provide accurate projections.

• Analyze budget vs. actuals and provide variance analysis with key insights.

• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in financial models and reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA) is a plus.

• Min. 5 years of relevant finance or accounting experience.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial tools. Experience with ERP systems is an advantage.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.