Financial Analyst

Pay range and compensation packagePhp 50,000-70,000As a Financial Analyst supporting the Pharmacy division, you’ll play a key role in driving data-driven decision-making through financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting. You will gather, analyze, and model financial data to uncover business insights, support strategic planning, and help leadership make informed operational and financial decisions. This role also contributes to annual budgeting, forecasting, and other ad hoc financial initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare accurate and timely financial analyses, reports, and forecasts for the Pharmacy division.Analyze and explain variances in estimates, quarterly results, projections, and the annual operating plan.Develop charts, graphs, and visual summaries to communicate financial insights effectively.Build and present business cases and recommendations to Finance and departmental leadership.Participate in special financial and business studies to support projects and strategic initiatives.Develop, interpret, and analyze complex business strategies to support decision-making.Provide financial insights on alternative strategies and track performance against the annual plan.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements that enhance profitability and efficiency.Design and maintain analytical tools and models to support operational and financial performance.Regularly engage with Division leadership to review reports, explain variances, and respond to inquiries.Support critical financial planning and analysis (FP&A) processes, including budgeting and forecasting cycles.Conduct financial research and evaluate data from multiple sources to support strategic recommendations.Apply strong financial and accounting expertise to address diverse business challenges.Act as a trusted finance partner to management, providing actionable insights and guidance on business performance.Exercise sound judgment within established policies and procedures to drive appropriate business actions.Utilize a range of analytical tools (SQL, Access, Excel, Lawson, Oracle, QMF, OTBI, etc.) to extract and analyze data for complex business problems.Lead or co-lead key financial planning and analysis initiatives as assigned.Qualifications and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (required).Minimum 5 years of financial analysis experience, preferably within the pharmacy or healthcare industry.Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.Proven ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and proprietary information responsibly.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, Access, and Outlook).Experience with Lawson, Oracle, Essbase, and SmartView systems preferred.Statistical modeling experience is a plus.Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.