Financial Analyst

The selected candidate will report to the Head of Finance and will have the following responsibilities:
What you will be doing: • Prepare Internal Rate of Return (IRR) analyses for capital expenditure and investment projects to support management decisions.
• Analyse and report on the profitability of hospital activities, specialties, procedures, and service packages.
• Compile and submit financial data for budgets, forecasts, reforecasts, MIS reports, and Board packs.
• Perform cost analysis and monitor departmental expenses to support cost control and operational efficiency.
• Conduct stock and inventory analytics to monitor consumption trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor revenue performance and identify variances against budget and forecast.
• Analyse patient billing and service revenues to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support the preparation of annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts.
• Prepare financial dashboards and performance reports for management review.
• Collaborate with clinical and operational departments to analyse financial performance and resource utilisation.
• Monitor key financial indicators such as cost per patient, revenue per specialty, and departmental profitability.
• Assist in the evaluation of new services, equipment purchases, and business development initiatives.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data used for reporting and analysis.
• Support finance management in strategic planning and financial decision-making.
What are we looking for?
· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.· Professional certification such as ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or CFA (or in progress) will be an advantage.· 2–5 years of experience in financial analysis, accounting, or financial planning, preferably in the healthcare sector.· Strong knowledge of financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.· Knowledge of hospital financial operations, billing systems, and cost structures would be an advantage.· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.· Good communication and presentation skills to explain financial insights to management.· High level of attention to detail and accuracy.· Ability to work independently and meet reporting deadlines.