Job Description

Job Purpose:

As the SVL FP&A Analyst, you will play a critical role in supporting the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. Working closely with the FP&A Manager and operating units (OUs), you will analyze financial performance, identify key trends, and provide actionable insights that drive decision-making. This position requires a strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


Reports to: SVL FP&A Manager

Requirements

Principal Accountabilities:

1. Financial Planning and Analysis

Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts by collecting, consolidating, and analyzing financial data from OUs. Perform detailed variance analysis to identify key drivers of financial performance and deviations from plan. Develop financial models to support scenario planning, cost analysis, and decision-making. Provide support in margin analysis, revenue forecasting, and cost allocation reviews.

2. Reporting and Performance Tracking

Prepare regular management reports, including KPIs, dashboards, and performance summaries, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic initiatives. Maintain and improve templates and processes for standardized reporting across OUs.

3. Stakeholder Collaboration

Work closely with the FP&A Manager and local finance teams to ensure alignment on financial planning and reporting timelines. Respond to inquiries from OUs and other stakeholders regarding financial data and analyses. Provide clear, data-driven insights to support discussions with senior leadership and external stakeholders.

4. System and Data Management

Support the FP&A Manager in maintaining and optimizing financial planning systems and tools. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data by performing reconciliations and validating inputs. Assist in data migration and system improvement projects as required.

5. Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to streamline financial planning and reporting processes for greater efficiency. Contribute to the development of best practices in data analysis, visualization, and reporting.

Key Challenges:

Managing competing deadlines and priorities in a dynamic environment. Ensuring data consistency and accuracy across multiple OUs. Translating complex financial data into clear and actionable insights. Working effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders across multiple geographies.

Job Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

Essential:

A bachelor's degree in finance or business 5-7 years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or a related finance role. Proficiency in financial modeling and advanced Excel skills. Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy. Experience working with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and data visualization tools. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Desirable:

Experience in downstream Oil and Gas or manufacturing industries. Knowledge of financial planning and reporting processes in multi-national organizations.

Competencies:

Analytical Thinking:

Ability to dissect complex data sets and identify trends and insights.

Communication:

Clearly present financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

Detail-Oriented:

Ensure accuracy and precision in all analyses and reports.

Problem Solving:

Develop innovative solutions to support business objectives.

Proactive Approach:

Anticipate issues and take initiative to address them.

Adaptability:

Work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.

Benefits

Closing date for applications: Monday 22 September 2025.