The purpose of this role is to propel business performance by harnessing innovation, particularly through artificial intelligence (AI). You will be tasked with continuously refining our approach to enhance effectiveness and drive success. We seek a highly ambitious and detailed oriented individual who can make a tangible impact on our business. You will review and optimise our processes. This position requires a proactive individual with a strong analytical mindset, capable of driving efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting In addition, you will provide crucial financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting support to guide informed decision-making and strategic initiatives for the Skills Group. This role requires strong analytical and financial modelling skills, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Job Description Your key responsibilities: Support the preparation of the monthly management accounts and consolidation. Support month end and year end close processes including reconciliations, analysing financial data and preparing journal entries. Prepare and analyse monthly management accounts & accompanying commentary. Support strategic decision-making processes by conducting financial modelling & sensitivity analysis. Translate complex financial data with a focus on interpreting and communicating financial results for business units. Collaborate with business units to identify trends, evaluate performance, and review variances. Budgeting and Forecasting: Support the forecasting and budgeting processes for assigned business units. Collaborate with business unit leads to establish and develop annual budgets. Support the preparation of periodic forecasts for assigned business units. Monitor and analyse cost centre activity across assigned business units and provide detailed analysis. Update and maintain forecast and monitor performance against annual budgets and forecasts. Desired Skills and Experience 1-2 years' commercial experience in a financial analysis or management accounting role. Experience with Solver Software. AI experience – How this can be used for innovative financial solutions. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field. Qualified CA or equivalent preferred Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial and management reporting. Proficient user of accounting systems. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills with exposure to Power BI preferred Experience in financial modelling and analysis. Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal, including a proven ability to translate complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders It's important to our team you have these personal attributes: You align with the Skills Group vital signs, Joy, Manaakitanga, Collab, Bold You're commercial, inquisitive, and driven to make Skills Group an even better business offering. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. #J-18808-Ljbffr