FP&A Analyst (Israel)

About us

Papaya Gaming is a market-leading mobile games company. With powerful, innovative technologies, we develop a platform that turns popular, casual, single-player games into skill-based, multiplayer experiences enjoyed by millions worldwide!

Responsibilities

• A Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst is a key role within an organization’s finance department.
• The primary responsibility of an FP&A Analyst is to provide financial analysis and insights that support strategic decision-making and drive the overall financial performance of the company.
• Financial Planning and Forecasting: 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop financial forecasts, budgets, and long-term financial plans.
• Analyze historical data, market trends, and business drivers to accurately forecast future financial performance.
• Marketing - Analyze historical marketing data, market trends, and consumer behavior to accurately forecast future financial performance related to marketing activities.
• Financial Analysis:
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to assess the company’s financial health and performance.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including variance analysis, profitability analysis, and key performance indicators (KPIs). Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to provide recommendations for improvement.
• Budgeting and Expense Management:
• Assist in the annual budgeting process by working closely with department heads to develop accurate expense budgets.
• Monitor and analyze actual performance against budget, providing insights and recommendations for cost optimization and efficiency.
• Financial Modeling:
• Build and maintain financial models to support scenario planning, investment decisions, and business cases.
• Perform sensitivity analysis and simulations to evaluate the impact of various financial variables on the company’s performance.
• Management Reporting:
• Prepare regular financial reports to senior management and stakeholders, summarizing key findings, insights, and recommendations.
• Develop dashboards and visualizations to enhance financial reporting and facilitate data-driven decision-making.
• Business Partnering:
• Collaborate with business leaders and department heads to provide financial support and guidance.
• Act as a trusted advisor, helping stakeholders understand financial implications and driving alignment between financial goals and operational strategies.
• Performance Tracking:
• Monitor and track key financial and operational metrics to assess performance against targets.
• Identify and communicate areas of concern or improvement opportunities to enable timely corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Contribute to the enhancement of financial planning and analysis processes, systems, and tools. Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve data accuracy, and increase efficiency.
• Ad hoc Analysis and Projects:
• Participate in special projects, financial modeling initiatives, and ad hoc analysis as required.
• Support decision-making through financial insights and analysis of potential business opportunities.

Requirements

• At least 3+ years of experience as FP&A Analyst in B2C companies.
• experience in gaming companies - an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master’s degree or professional certifications such as CFA or CPA may be preferred).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Proficient in financial modeling and advanced Excel skills. Experience with financial planning software and data visualization tools (e.g., Looker) is a plus.
• Solid understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and financial concepts.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to think strategically, connecting financial analysis to broader business objectives.