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Finance Business Analyst

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Job Title: Finance Business Analyst

Job Description:

As a Business Analyst specializing in Finance you will have experience in Financial and performance reporting (statutory vs internal reporting) as well as IFRS 15 and similar

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements related to commodity trading activities, risk management, and financial reporting.
  • A solid understanding of financial principles, including key financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement) and metrics used in financial and performance reporting.
  • Familiarity with financial analysis techniques and the ability to interpret financial data to support business decisions.
  • Expertise in eliciting and documenting business requirements, this includes understanding the specific data and metrics that financial stakeholders need.
  • Ability to translate reporting requirements into technical specifications for developers. This involves creating clear documentation that aligns with financial terminology and reporting standards.
  • Experience in working closely with developers to ensure that data models and integration solutions support reporting needs. This includes ensuring data accuracy and consistency for financial analysis.
  • Skills in data mapping to ensure that financial data from Databricks is correctly integrated into DataSphere. This involves understanding financial data structures and relationships.
  • Involvement in the testing process to validate that the developed solutions meet reporting requirements. This includes creating test cases that reflect financial scenarios and conducting user acceptance testing (UAT).
  • Strong analytical skills to identify potential issues in financial data integration and work with developers to find effective solutions. This involves understanding both financial and technical perspectives.
  • Basic project management skills to help coordinate tasks related to financial reporting projects, manage timelines, and ensure that integration projects stay on track.
  • Understanding of the specific financial domain, including commodity trading and special metal physical trading, to provide context and ensure that technical solutions meet industry-specific financial needs.
  • Skills in managing change, including preparing financial stakeholders for new systems and processes, and ensuring smooth transitions during integration projects.
  • A mindset focused on continuous improvement, seeking feedback from financial stakeholders and developers to refine processes and enhance collaboration.
  • Ability to work effectively with other business analysts to share insights, align on project goals, and ensure consistency in requirements gathering and documentation.
  • Willingness to support and learn from peers, fostering a collaborative environment where knowledge and best practices are shared.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with team members across different functions. This includes being open to feedback, actively listening, and contributing to team discussions
  • Flexibility and adaptability to work in a dynamic team environment, supporting team goals and helping to resolve conflicts constructively.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, or related field. Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., finance certification) is a plus.
  • Proven experience as a Business Analyst in a finance BA role
  • System Knowledge: Databricks and Datasphere (SAP BW) are both desirable
  • Knowledge of the commodity trading industry is desirable; commodity markets, trading strategies, and risk management principles
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Solid communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality results within specified timelines.
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously