Business Analyst/Project Manager

Job description
We’re a leading recruitment company in Sri Lanka looking for a Business Analyst/Project Manager for a leading company in the agri industry based in Colombo. The responsibilities will include active participation in corporate planning, investment evaluations, and conducting feasibility studies for projects. Strong research skills are essential for exploring investment opportunities and crafting clear summary reports to guide decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

Business and Financial Analysis & Reporting
• Conduct detailed financial and operational analysis to support business decisions.
• Develop, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor business performance.
• Create financial models and dashboards to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
• Provide insights on revenue trends, cost structures, and profitability analysis.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Project Management/Implementation & Continuous Improvement
• Lead and manage business improvement initiatives from conception to implementation.
• Work cross-functionally with teams to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
• Identify and recommend solutions for operational challenges through data-driven analysis.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of improvement initiatives.
• Assist in change management strategies to ensure smooth implementation of projects.

Corporate Finance
• Support capital investment analysis and financial feasibility studies.
• Assist in financial due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships.
• Conduct risk assessments and financial scenario analysis.
• Collaborate with senior management on strategic financial planning.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.

Key Skills & Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field. A Master’s degree or professional certification (CFA, CPA, CIMA, PMP) is a plus.
• Proven experience in business analysis, financial reporting, and corporate finance.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, SQL, or Tableau.
• Experience in project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.