15 oct
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EY
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Buenos Aires
The FP&A; Senior Consultant plays a key role in delivering high-quality financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis across business units or client engagements.The role focuses on hands-on execution of FP&A; processes, preparation of insightful analysis, and development of forward-looking financial views to support decision-making. The Senior Consultant applies structured analytical thinking, strong financial modelling skills, and emerging digital tools to deliver accurate, consistent, and insightful outputs.This role supports the future-ready FP&A; model by embedding standardized processes, evolving analytical techniques, and contributing to automation and insight-led ways of working.Job Goals- Deliver accurate planning and forecasting outputs- Support budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans with high-quality analytical inputs.- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of financial data and assumptions.- Enable performance insight and transparency- Produce clear variance analysis and performance commentary across P&L;, cash flow, and KPIs.- Help explain key performance drivers, trends, and outcomes.- Shift analysis from historical to forward-looking- Support scenario and sensitivity analysis.- Contribute forward-looking insights that inform business decisions.- Support digital and efficient FP&A; delivery- Apply automation, standardized templates, and analytical tools to reduce manual effort.- Improve the speed, reliability, and repeatability of FP&A; deliverables.- Build FP&A; capability- Strengthening analytical, commercial, and financial storytelling skills.- Develop readiness for progression into FP&A; Manager roles.Key Responsibilities- Support delivery of core FP&A; activities, including:- Annual Budgeting & Rolling Forecasts- Strategic & Long-Range Planning support- Management Reporting & Performance Reviews- Cost, Margin, and Profitability Analysis- Cash Flow and Working Capital Analysis- Scenario and What-If Modeling- Prepare detailed financial models, forecasts,
and variance analysis.- Support preparation of forecast assumptions and planning inputs.- Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and alignment with FP&A; standards.- Develop structured performance commentary and management-ready outputs.Digital & Analytical Transformation Enablement- Use analytics and reporting tools (e.G., Excel, Power BI) to support dashboards and reports.- Apply standardized templates, driver-based models, and automation solutions.- Support enhancements to planning and reporting workflows.- Assist with testing, data validation, and adoption of new FP&A; tools.- Track and document improvements in efficiency, accuracy, and insight quality.Business & Stakeholder Management- Support finance and business stakeholders with performance analysis and insights.- Prepare materials for performance reviews and planning discussions.- Translate financial analysis into clear, concise, and decision-relevant insights.- Respond to ad-hoc analytical requests in a structured and timely manner.- Work collaboratively with FP&A; Managers and Senior Managers.- Informally coach analysts through quality reviews and hands-on support.- Participate actively in knowledge sharing and best-practice forums.- Contribute ideas for continuous improvement and analytical innovation.Performance and Value Creation Support- Support tracking of KPIs related to forecast accuracy and planning effectiveness.- Assist in evaluating cost initiatives, productivity drivers, and value-creation opportunities.- Help maintain alignment between financial targets, forecasts, and actual performance.Functional & Technical Skills- Strong experience in core FP&A; activities, including:- Budgeting, Forecasting,
and Planning- Financial Modeling and Variance Analysis- Performance Reporting and KPI Analysis- Cost and Profitability Analysis- Cash Flow Analysis- Solid understanding of business drivers and financial outcomes.- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.- Working knowledge of analytics and visualization tools (e.G., Power BI).- Familiarity with planning and EPM platforms (e.G., Anaplan, SAP Analytics Cloud, Adaptive).- Understanding data quality, internal controls, and planning processes.- Analytical Rigor: Applies structured thinking and attention to detail.- Business Understanding: Understands how financial drivers impact business results.- Insight & Storytelling: Communicates analysis clearly and effectively.- Digital Curiosity: Embraces automation, analytics, and emerging tools.- Collaboration: Works effectively within FP&A; and broader finance teams.- Ownership: Takes accountability for output quality and delivery timelines.Performance Metrics / KPIs- Accuracy and quality of forecasts and analysis- Timeliness of FP&A; deliverables- Quality of variance explanations and insights- Efficiency and standardization of outputs- Stakeholder feedback on analysis quality- Progression of technical and analytical capabilityQualifications & Experience- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; CPA, CA, ACCA, or MBA (Finance) preferred.- Experience: 4-7 years of relevant finance experience, including 2+ years in FP&A;, management reporting, or analytical roles.- Demonstrated experience in:- Financial analysis, planning, and reporting.- Supporting business stakeholders with insights.- Using digital tools and analytics-enabled finance solutions.- Experience in complex or multi-stakeholder environments preferred.EY refers to the integral organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients.#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Fp&A Senior Consultant - Ey Gds 1 (Buenos Aires)
🏢 EY
📍 Buenos Aires