Financial Analyst – IFRS Modeling & Automation

About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytically strong Financial Analyst – IFRS Modeling & Automation to support the development of advanced financial models and automation solutions. This role sits at the intersection of finance, accounting, and technology, working closely with qualified accountants and software development teams to translate IFRS requirements into scalable, audit-ready models and applications.

What You’ll Be Doing

Excel Automation & Analytics:

1. Develop Excel VBA macros, user-defined functions, and automation tools to enhance model efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
2. Apply advanced Excel techniques including Power Query, Power Pivot, data modeling, scenario analysis, and sensitivity analysis.
3. Validate model accuracy through testing, stress scenarios, and reconciliation.

IFRS & Financial Modeling:

1. Work with Qualified Accountants to Interpret and analyze IFRS standards (e.g., IFRS 9, IFRS 16, IFRS 13, IFRS 15) and translate them into logical financial models.
2. Design, develop, and maintain advanced Excel models for accounting, valuation, ECL, hedging, leasing, and other IFRS-driven use cases.
3. Ensure models are audit-ready, well-structured, transparent, and fully documented.

Technology & Software Coordination:

1. Work closely with the IT / Python development team to translate Excel logic and workflows into Python-based applications.
2. Prepare functional specifications, logic maps, and documentation for smooth handover to developers.
3. Support testing, debugging, and validation of Python implementations against Excel models.

Stakeholder & Project Support:

1. Coordinate with internal teams and clients to gather requirements and explain model logic.
2. Assist in user training, documentation, and post-implementation support.
3. Stay updated on emerging automation tools.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in computational finance
• Pursuing Professional qualification such as CFA is preferred.
• Technical & Professional Skills:
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong experience in Excel VBA development.
• Solid financial modelling and analytical skills.
• Ability to convert accounting logic into structured computational models.

Why Join Prima Consulting?

• Opportunity to work at the intersection of accounting, finance, and technology.
• Exposure to end-to-end IFRS automation projects.
• Professional growth in financial modeling, automation, and fintech solutions.
• Competitive compensation and performance-based growth.